Episodes

  • Bigs & Gits - Dan Biggar and Wallabies Legend Matt Giteau - Lions Tour Preview

    Bigs & Gits - Dan Biggar and Wallabies Legend Matt Giteau - Lions Tour Preview
    Mar 7 2025
    Dan Biggar catches up with Wallabies legend Matt Giteau to chat Six Nations, the Lions, Aussie rugby as well as his stellar career. Gits gives an Aussie perspective on the potential Lions squad, including Marcus Smith’s versatility and shift to full-back, Prendgergast's development post Sexton, and how both Smith and Predergast's journey's compare to his his own as a young Wallaby surrounded by legends like Larkham and Greegan. He also picks his dream Lions backline for the tour. Plus, he gives Bigs some insight on the Aussie squad, what's next post Joe Schmidt, and how the Wallabies are shaping up as a real threat for 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • Episode 24 - Lions Jobs on the Line in Six Nations Showdowns and Dublin D-Day

    Episode 24 - Lions Jobs on the Line in Six Nations Showdowns and Dublin D-Day
    Mar 5 2025
    The lads are back and feeling fresh from some winter sun in Miami and the Cayman Islands, and ready for a massive few weeks. With no Six Nations action last weekend, we’re taking a look at who has put their names forward for the Lions squad, including the big calls at 8 and 10. We’ll also preview this weekend’s massive matchups, with a bit of beef in the build up to Ireland v France) love to see it. The lads ask if Scotland need a statement win, or can Wales build on their momentum from their recent resurgence. Plus, will England let their players off the leash and put in a dominant performance against Italy, or will we see history at Allianz as the Italians look for their first ever win against England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Episode 23 - Calcutta Cup Controversy, Wales Bounce Back in Cardiff but Ireland Roll on

    Episode 23 - Calcutta Cup Controversy, Wales Bounce Back in Cardiff but Ireland Roll on
    Feb 25 2025
    England have finally got their hands back on the Calcutta Cup, but was it Scotland throwing it away or England winning it? We get Jim’s take on a gut-wrenching defeat for the Scots and whether Finn’s Lions hopes have taken a hit, and Goodey and Bigs give their take on the England perfroemance. Wales put in a much-improved performance against Ireland—are they turning a corner? Ireland reclaims the triple crown with another strong performance from Prendergast. And France absolutely battered Italy to set up a massive game in Dublin. Plus, refereeing controversies, Lions chat, and tales from our live show with Super Gav. Enjoy and make sure you’re subscribed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Post-Match Reaction - Townsend, Borthwick & Itoje Review Calcutta Cup + Sherratt & Easterby on Welsh Resurgence

    Post-Match Reaction - Townsend, Borthwick & Itoje Review Calcutta Cup + Sherratt & Easterby on Welsh Resurgence
    Feb 23 2025
    After a cracking day of Six Nations action, we hear from the coaches and captains in the aftermath. Borthwick & Itjoe react to England’s performance, while Gregor Townsend gives Scotland's take on their disappointment and some big decisions. Matt Sherratt and Jack Morgan reflect on Wales’ incredible resurgence in Cardiff and whether he's considering making the role more permanent, while Simon Easterby and Dan Sheehan give their take on the atmosphere and another Irish victory and Triple Crown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Episode 22 - Calcutta Clash - Can England Finally Topple Scotland, and Warren Walks!

    Episode 22 - Calcutta Clash - Can England Finally Topple Scotland, and Warren Walks!
    Feb 18 2025
    The Six Nations is back this weekend, but there’s been plenty to talk about off it too. Warren Gatland has walked just days after Wales’ 14th straight defeat—Bigs gives us the inside track on what really went down. We break down what his departure means for Wales, the impact of interim boss Matt Sherratt, and whether it gives them any hope against Ireland. Then, it’s all about the Calcutta Cup. England are riding high after their win over France, but could another loss to Scotland derail their progress at Allianz Stadium? We discuss Finn Russell’s Lions credentials, England’s selections, and our predictions for the weekend. Plus, is Fabien Galthié really under pressure after France’s slow start? We look at Italy v France and call our winners for all the key Six Nations clashes. Settle in, enjoy, and don’t forget to subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • The Fly-Half Code - Johnny Wilkinson chats with Dan Biggar

    The Fly-Half Code - Johnny Wilkinson chats with Dan Biggar
    Feb 13 2025
    Dan Biggar sits down with England legend Johnny Wilkinson for an exclusive chat on The Pod. The two fly-halves go deep into the pressures of international rugby and the mindset needed to perform at the highest level. Wilkinson reveals the best captain and leader he played under, the scrum-halves that got the best out of him, as well as his iconic Toulon team talk. The lads share stories about the coaches that got the best out of them and Bigs also gets Wilkinson’s take on Andy Farrell, Ireland, the current Six Nations, Fin Smith, the battle for the Lions’ No. 10 jersey and we cover more listener questions. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Episode 21 - England Roll France, Italy Rise in Rome & The Irish Machine Runs over Scotland

    Episode 21 - England Roll France, Italy Rise in Rome & The Irish Machine Runs over Scotland
    Feb 11 2025
    The lads are on great form after a cracking weekend of Six Nations ruggers. They were at Allianz stadium for England v France, so they chat about the electric atmosphere and break down an England win in the context of the tournament, but also in terms of the Borthwick and Itoje eras — we also look at whether Finn Smith has cemented himself as the 10 over Marcus. We cover Ireland's impressive performance in Scotland as Prendergast continues his march as Sexton's successor. Jim gives his take on what it means for Scotland going into a huge game against England. Meanwhile, Italy’s well-managed win over Wales shows a new maturity, but also surely spells the end for Gatland. Plus, Joe Schmidt’s exit from Australia leads to speculation and some big names putting their names forward for the Wallabies gig. Don’t miss our legends lunch at Brigadiers in London this Saturday, tickets for this and our next live shows in Cardiff and Plymouth are on our website! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Le Crunch, Le Craic and Le Colosseum - Six Nations Week 2 Preview with Goodey & Bigs!

    Le Crunch, Le Craic and Le Colosseum - Six Nations Week 2 Preview with Goodey & Bigs!
    Feb 6 2025
    Dan Biggar and Andy Goode are back to break down a massive weekend in the Six Nations. England welcome France to Allianz Stadium in a crunch match that could shape the title race for both teams— Can England’s new-look attack deliver? Scotland face Ireland in Edinburgh, where the Scots are desperate to derail Irish Grand Slam hopes. And in Rome, Wales have no room for error in a must-win clash against Italy. Biggar gives his take on what Wales need to fix, Goodey gives his England-French thoughts and whether Borthwick has got his selections right. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    51 mins