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Beyond the Breakdown

Beyond the Breakdown
Beyond the Breakdown
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  • Beyond the Breakdown

    Shane Williams: "I wouldn't have made it in this era."

    06/2/2026 | 1h 21 mins.
    Beyond the Breakdown is a podcast rooted in Wales’ rugby clubs, with legends sharing stories of life in and beyond the game, and the challenges facing our communities and clubs.
    In our first episode we talk to Shane Williams, the epitome of what this podcast series is about – people who are rooted in, working hard for, and championing their communities.
    Shane was the face of rugby in Wales for so long, but he was always the boy from the Amman. World player of the year! 87 caps and 58 tries for Wales , and 4 Lions caps. But Shane’s story is much more than these moments in the spotlight, even though he’s had his fair share. It’s a story of belief, belief in himself in the face of crushing setbacks, it's a story of his love for where he comes from, and a driving motivation to give back to a community he is so passionate about.
    In this episode we discuss the need to ensure the future of our game is rooted where it begins, at home, in our communities, with the fans . At the moment the clubs in our communities are struggling to heat showers, keep the lights on and stay afloat, but these are spaces that we need to fight for, so they survive and thrive for all the generations coming through.
    And of course we delve into highs and lows of Shane's career, the things he remembers and the lessons learnt.
    It was a privilege to spend time with Shane discussing the game and his home club. We really hope you enjoy it too!
  • Beyond the Breakdown

    Dale Mcintosh

    02/2/2026 | 58 mins.
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About Beyond the Breakdown

Rooted in Wales’ local clubs this new podcast, hosted by former Welsh international and Guinness World Record holder Richard Parks, brings together rugby greats and local clubs. Each week a legend of Welsh rugby shares stories of life in the game and beyond it. Recorded in the communities that shaped them, the conversations go deeper than results and rivalries, exploring identity, parenthood, and what happens when the boots are put away. Alongside personal journeys, the podcast shines a light on the real challenges facing grassroots clubs and the communities that hold them together — from rising costs and changing weather to changes in the game itself — and why connection, care, and belonging matter more than ever. Each episode takes you inside a local club, meeting the people who make it tick and sitting down in the clubhouse with that week’s legend. The podcast bridges the journey from grassroots rugby to the elite game and from the past to the professional game in the present. Whether still on the field, stepping into coaching, or finding a new path beyond the game, each conversation uncovers the personal journeys, struggles, and connections that make rugby more than just a sport.
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