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• Louis Rees-Zammit: NFL Challenges, Rugby Return & Taylor Swift Letter?! | Stick to Rugby EP 22

  The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, sees hosts Lawrence Dallaglio, Thomas Shanklin, and Katy Daley-Mclean sit down with Louis Rees-Zammit for a rapid-fire, globe-trotting episode packed with personal reflections, jaw-dropping transitions, and untold stories from both sides.Rees-Zammit kicks things off with quickfire questions before opening up on his early love for football, his obsession with Cristiano Ronaldo, and the American football influence he soaked up at home thanks to his dad. He reveals the moment he was told he’d never play for Wales after leaving Cardiff Blues — and how he proved everyone wrong by making his Test debut just years later.He relives his proudest moment in a Wales jersey, what it meant to finally play in front of Welsh fans, and doesn’t shy away from the team’s recent struggles. There’s Lions chat too — from the surreal COVID tour that “felt like training games” to passing the torch (and mascot duties) on to Pollock.Then it’s all eyes on the NFL. Rees-Zammit shares how he knew it was time to make the leap, the brutal reality of trying to make it in the States, and how it felt getting picked up by the Kansas City Chiefs. He reveals the physical toll of NFL training (rugby players beware), reflects on the massive life decision he faced at 22, and the inspiration he took from Travis Clayton. Oh — and there’s a surprise letter from Taylor Swift.Finally, he answers the big question: could a return to rugby still be on the cards? And what has he come to love most about life in America? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• George Gregan: Finn Russell Brilliance, Rugby League Offer & World Cup Glory | Stick to Rugby EP 21

  The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, sees hosts Lawrence Dallaglio, Louis Rees-Zammit, and Katy Daley-Mclean welcome Wallaby legend George Gregan for a fast-paced, story-packed deep dive into finals pressure, Rugby League rumours, and the magic of biggest moments.Rees-Zammit reflects on the surreal moment he was picked for the Lions at 19, and the huge sense of relief when a defender pulled up just before a 1v1 in the final. He lifts the lid on Finn Russell’s leadership, his outrageous performance at the weekend — and why he's the guy that holds it all together. Gregan agrees… and admits Finn seriously worries him.Gregan breaks down who to watch for the Wallabies this summer and gives his verdict on the Australia Women’s chances against the USA at the World Cup. He takes us back to that tackle on Jeff Wilson, winning the '99 World Cup, and the roar of 40,000 fans at the Hong Kong 7s. He also shares who inspired him growing up — and who really calls the shots in a team full of egos.There’s code-switching chat too: Gregan on nearly jumping to Rugby League in the 90s — and Dallaglio revealing when the Bradford Bulls came knocking.Plus, the panel break down Bath’s massive Premiership final win and share what makes a defining moment at the top level. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Rob Henderson: Irish Rugby Turning Point, Lions Tour Chaos & Meeting the Pope | Stick to Rugby EP 20

  The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes former Ireland and British & Irish Lions centre Rob Henderson to the panel alongside Lawrence Dallaglio, Tom Shanklin and Katy Daley-Mclean for a fast-paced and emotional deep dive into Irish rugby’s rise, Lions heartbreak and life on tour.Henderson opens up about his late start in rugby, why it was “always Ireland” for him, and how the iconic 2001 win over England became a defining moment for Irish rugby. He reflects on the Lions tour to Australia, the devastation of the Test series loss, and the famous “we ran out of petrol” line that still haunts him.There are tales of chaos and camaraderie; sharing a room with Lawrence, getting fake tanned before games, and when the Irish team met the Pope. He reveals how Clive Woodward changed his career, why “you hate losing more than you like winning”, and what it meant to earn his first cap.From huge hits to wild stories, this episode captures the full spectrum of rugby life: unfiltered, hilarious, and deeply personal.Once a Lion, always a Lion. Don’t miss it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Shaun Edwards Music Ban, Joe Marler’s Coleslaw Love & Bench Captain Secrets | Stick to Rugby EP 19

  We take Stick to Rugby on the road this week, brought to you by Defender, as Lawrence Dallaglio, Tom Shanklin and the returning Joe Marler jump in for some front-seat rugby chat (and chaos).From Shaun Edwards banning music in the dressing room, to Joe Marler’s obsession with coleslaw and his death row meal pick — this is a no-filter ride through rugby’s funniest, weirdest, and most unexpected stories.The lads also lift the lid on what it’s really like being a “bench captain”, debate the direction the game’s heading, and reveal their dream five-a-side team made entirely of rugby players.One car. Three legends. Unlimited nonsense.00:00 – Marler’s Back01:46 – Young Joe Marler 02:26 – One Thing Joe Regrets04:46 – Inside the ‘Bench Captain’ Role09:56 – Andy Powell & Bench Stories11:50 – Motorway Service & Dressing Rooms15:55 – Feedback: Giving & Taking It19:03 – Death Row Meal 25:29 – Initiation Songs & Marler’s 5-a-Side Team 28:44 – Dan Cole Appreciation31:40 – Social Media: Good or Bad for Rugby?33:34 – Stick to Rugby: The Movie Cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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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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