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• Will Carling: England’s Youngest Captain, Leadership & Nelson Mandela Story! | Stick to Rugby EP 18

  The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes England’s youngest-ever captain Will Carling to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, Tom Shanklin & Scott Quinnell for a personal and honest conversation about leadership, pressure, and life beyond the game.Will opens up about being handed the England captaincy at just 22, the internal battles he faced, and the moments he knew he bottled it. He shares how handwritten letters helped him connect with his teammates and why leadership is about “the little touches.”The team revisits his media challenges, post-career struggles, and the mental toll of going from national icon to “car crash years.” Carling also lifts the lid on his role under Eddie Jones, why Clive Woodward built the better environment, and how English rugby has struggled to replicate success since 2003.There are plenty of stories along the way — from meeting Nelson Mandela and Robin Williams, to why his teammates bet on how long he’d last as captain, and how Peter Winterbottom terrified everyone.One of English rugby’s most defining figures joins the show for a look back on legacy, leadership and life in the spotlight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Adam Jones: World Cup Pain, Steve Hansen Fallout & Lions Chaos? | Stick to Rugby EP 17

  The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, sees Adam “Bomb” Jones join Lawrence Dallaglio, Tom Shanklin, Katy Daley-McLean, and Scott Quinnell for a brilliantly unfiltered chat about World Cup pain, Welsh rugby politics, and his infamous fallout with Steve Hansen.Adam opens up on the toughest moments of his career—from being hooked after 30 minutes by Hansen to the emotional toll of World Cup failure. He reveals how that moment changed him, what really happened behind the scenes, and why it became the turning point in his career.He shares heartfelt memories of Jerry Collins, his surprising coaching ambitions with Wales, and how Joe Marler became one of the most misunderstood players in rugby.From raw honesty to all-time tour stories, this one’s packed with character, chaos and a few emotional curveballs.🚨🔔 Subscribe now and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Henry Pollock: Lions Call-Up, England Debut & Youngest Lion Tag! | Stick to Rugby EP 16

  The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Henry Pollock to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, Tom Shanklin and Scott Quinnell—fresh off the back of his Lions call-up.Pollock opens up on how he found out—live on TV with no heads-up—and the chaos that followed, including a missed call to his mum and the emotional moment it all hit. He reflects on the Leinster semi-final as his “now or never” moment, how he’s coping with the hype, and why the pressure is only just beginning.He also lifts the lid on his whirlwind rise—from schoolboy fancy dress to Lions selection in just 12 months—plus insight into the squad WhatsApp (or lack of one), meeting Maro Itoje, and what the Lions kit bag really means.With talk of Northampton vs Leinster, the upcoming Champions Cup final, and how Pollock plans to prove why he’s been picked.00:00 – Intro06:01 – Behind the Scenes & Delicacy of the Week07:15 – WHO AM I? Panel Game13:00 – Lions Call-Up Moment14:40 – Henry’s Diogo Dalot Celebration17:24 – Looking After BIL the Lion20:25 – Messages from Famous Players21:58 – Telling His Parents About the Lions Call-Up23:06 – Henry’s Rapid Rise24:34 – Early Lions Memories26:00 – Tour Stories & Squad Antics29:35 – World Cup Win vs Lions Tour Win?31:11 – Biggest Admission from the Squad33:01 – Who Henry’s Most Excited to Meet35:00 – Worst Roommate Story35:55 – Family Sporting Background38:07 – When Henry First Got into Rugby39:20 – School Days & Education Path40:47 – Rugby Heroes Growing Up42:50 – Youth Career & Development44:44 – Career Highlight (So Far)51:15 – Drama of the Leinster Semi-Final52:58 – Champions Cup Final vs Bordeaux54:10 – Winning vs Losing: Henry’s Mindset55:30 – Big Goals & Ambitions56:19 – Favourite Position on the Pitch58:55 – Challenge Cup Predictions1:02:07 – Pre-Season Plans1:02:44 – Panel Quiz Finale! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Warren Gatland: Divided Lions Camp, Brutal Selection Calls & Sexton vs Farrell | Stick to Rugby 15

  The latest special episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, sees Warren Gatland return to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean and Tom Shanklin for a no-holds-barred look at the chaos, controversy and legacy of the British & Irish Lions.Back for his second appearance, Gatland reflects on the moments that shaped — and nearly sank — his time as Lions head coach. From off-field issues that split squads to the brutal selection calls he still stands by.He opens up on the “clown nose” backlash, the fallout from dropping Brian O’Driscoll, and the tensions that ran through multiple tours. There’s insight on managing Sexton, the rivalry with Farrell, and the pressure that comes with leading the Lions.Off the field, Gatland recalls a near-death experience abroad, the need to restore pride in the jersey, and the text Phil Vickery got from his mum after getting dropped.A brutally honest conversation with one of rugby’s biggest coaching figures — this is the Lions, unfiltered.🚨🔔 Subscribe now and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode!00:00 - Welcome Back Warren Gatland00:30 - What Makes the Lions So Special?01:19 - The Best Advice 03:11 - Teaser 04:10 - First Time Inside a Lions Camp06:30 - Coaching His First Lions Tour08:55 - 2005 vs 2009: A Tale of Two Tours10:35 - Brutal Selection Calls & Squad Morale11:58 - Gatland’s Most Iconic Lions Games14:41 - The Toughest Part of Coaching the Lions17:01 - Schalk Burger’s Eye Gouge Incident18:08 - O’Driscoll Concussion & 2009 Injury Chaos20:12 - Getting Close to Rival Nations21:24 - Phil Vickery’s Mum 22:00 - Safari Story22:58 - Comparing 2009 and 2013 Lions Tours25:25 - Wales’ 2008 Tour of South Africa26:31 - The Truth Behind Dropping Brian O’Driscoll30:30 - Knowing When the Game’s in the Bag34:07 - Inside the 2017 Lions Tour38:33 - Taking on the New Zealand Media43:45 - Reflections on Selections & Leadership44:22 - Drawing the 2017 Series46:59 - Owen Farrell & Managing Johnny Sexton49:43 - Gatland’s Any Other Business Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Freddie Steward: Red Roses Grand Slam, Marcus Smith Rivalry & World Cup Run | Stick to Rugby EP 14

  The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Freddie Steward to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Katy Daley-McLean, Tom Shanklin, and Scott Quinnell for an exclusive deep dive into his England career, the Red Roses’ Grand Slam, and life at Leicester Tigers.Steward opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of England’s World Cup semi-final heartbreak, how media pressure fuelled the squad, and the lasting impact of that South Africa defeat. He also lifts the lid on his rivalry with Marcus Smith, dealing with being dropped, and what it’s really like when a fly-half takes your shirt!The panel dives into the Red Roses' Grand Slam triumph, the brutal difference between club and international rugby, and the fierce competition for England shirts.Steward also reveals how working with sports psychologists transformed his career, why Ellis Genge’s leadership was crucial, and how Michael Cheika reignited Leicester’s charge this season.And don’t miss Freddie’s verdict on the best full-back in world rugby right now!A revealing and honest conversation with one of rugby’s fastest-rising stars—don’t miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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