Episodes

  • Lewis Moody: Facing MND, England Expectations & The State of Rugby Today | Stick to Rugby EP 45
    Nov 26 2025

    The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes back Lewis Moody to the panel alongside Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, Katy Daley-McLean and Phil Vickery! 🌹🏉


    Lewis opens up about life since his MND diagnosis, what the support of the rugby community has meant to him, and how he’s approaching the biggest challenge of his life with the same relentless intensity that defined his career. 💙


    The team reflect on the Quilter Nations Series, what next for Wales and is the sky the limit for this England team? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿


    Lewis also discusses the state of the modern game, the pressure players face today, and the mindset that made him one of England’s most fearless flankers. From emotional honesty to rugby insight, this is a powerful, inspiring and unmissable conversation. 🌍

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • England BEAT All Blacks & Bobby Skinstad on Barbarians & South Africa Rugby | Stick to Rugby EP 44
    Nov 19 2025

    The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Springboks legend Bobby Skinstad to the panel alongside Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, Phil Vickery & Sarah Hunter! 🇿🇦🏉

    Bobby opens up about the pressure of captaining South Africa, the selection fallout that shaped the 1999 World Cup, and how the Barbarians helped him rediscover his love for rugby. 🔥

    He lifts the lid on Twickenham chaos, the reality of Springboks media pressure, and the unforgettable stories from Barbarians weeks that became the stuff of rugby folklore. 🤣⚡️

    From captaincy regrets to leadership lessons, career-defining moments and the joy of playing the game his way, this is an honest, emotional and hugely entertaining chat ❤️

    📺 Watch now on YouTube, or listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts! 🎧

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Sean Fitzpatrick: Jonah Lomu Truths, All Blacks Mentality & England Rivalry | Stick to Rugby EP 43
    Nov 12 2025

    The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes All Blacks legend Sean Fitzpatrick to the panel alongside, Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, Phil Vickery and Maggie Alphonsi! 🏉🇳🇿


    Sean opens up about what it really means to wear the famous black jersey, the pressure of captaining New Zealand, and how Jonah Lomu changed rugby forever. ⚡️


    He lifts the lid on the All Blacks’ brutal standards, the heartbreak of the 1995 World Cup, and the intense rivalry with England that still defines international rugby. 🏆🔥


    From legacy and leadership to lessons learned from defeat, this is an honest, powerful and inspiring chat with one of the greatest captains the game has ever seen. 🌍


    0:00 Welcome back to Stick to Rugby!

    07:25 Sean Fitzpatrick’s INCREDIBLE All Blacks team 😳🇳🇿

    13:23 Reacting to (and predicting) the Quilter Nations 🔮🏆

    32:14 Growing up with Brian Fitzpatrick as a Dad 👶

    36:10 Does Sean Keep Memorabilia? 🥇👕

    37:21 Inspiring the Next Generation 👶

    42:59 The Power of the All Blacks Jersey 🇳🇿

    46:45 THAT 1996 South Africa Test Series 🇿🇦

    50:06 The New Era of All Blacks 🇳🇿

    1:00:11 Laureus Foundation ❤️

    1:07:45 Fitzy’s Favourites 🥰

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Serge Betsen: France Grim Reaper, Jonny Wilkinson Battle & Biarritz to Wasps | Stick to Rugby EP 42
    Nov 5 2025

    The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, features French rugby legend Serge Betsen, joining Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, Katy Daley-McLean and Phil Vickery for a hard-hitting conversation.


    Nicknamed “The Grim Reaper” for his brutal tackling and relentless defence, Serge looks back on his fierce rivalry with England, his personal battles with Jonny Wilkinson, and the World Cup heartbreaks that still haunt him.


    He shares how rugby changed his life — from growing up in Cameroon, to finding purpose in Paris and Biarritz, and becoming one of France’s most feared flankers. Serge also discusses his dream move to Wasps, his take on France’s current World Cup hopes, and why he believes the team still isn’t ready to win it all.


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    00:00 - Serge Betsen Memories

    02:32 - Best & Worst Rugby Roommates

    05:27 - Time Travel: Past or Future?

    07:02 - Teaser

    08:02 - Teammates Quiz

    11:52 - Growing Up in Cameroon & Moving to France

    15:22 - From Paris to Biarritz

    24:40 - Dream Move to Wasps

    32:34 - Representing France: 63 Caps & Big Moments

    37:05 - Jonny Wilkinson Rivalry & England Battles

    42:03 - Sports Science & Psychology

    45:44 - France World Cup Chances

    54:22 - Lions Tour in France Debate

    56:30 - Women’s Rugby World Cup

    59:05 - Légion d'Honneur & Charity Work

    01:02:46 - This or That with Serge Betsen

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Nick Isiekwe: Returning from Heart Surgery, Owen Farrell & England Comeback | Stick to Rugby EP 41
    Oct 29 2025

    Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, is back and 𝗢𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱 as Shanks and Scott go for a spin with England and Saracens lock Nick Isiekwe!


    Nick opens up about the terrifying moment doctors told him his heart could burst, undergoing open-heart surgery, and his unbelievable return to professional rugby just four months later. 🤯


    He shares what it’s really like behind the scenes at Saracens, the standards Owen Farrell sets every single day, and the culture that’s helped shape him as a player and person. 🐪


    From the highs of representing England to the uncertainty of recovery, Nick’s story is one of resilience, perspective, and pure determination and it’s one you won’t forget anytime soon.❤️‍🔥

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    52 mins
  • Ollie Chessum: Lions Selection Shock, Leicester Captain & Initiation SECRETS! | Stick to Rugby EP 40
    Oct 22 2025

    The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes England and Leicester Tigers star Ollie Chessum to the panel alongside Katy Daley-McLean, Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, and Topsy Ojo! 🚨


    Ollie opens up about his incredible journey from a Leicester academy prospect to England international, the injury that nearly ended his career, and what it really took to fight his way back to fitness. 💪


    He lifts the lid on Lions selection shock, being made Leicester Tigers captain, and the hilarious initiation secrets from inside England and Lions camps. 🦁🏉


    From recovery setbacks to leadership lessons, this is an honest, funny and inspiring chat with one of English rugby’s brightest talents! 🌹🔥

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    52 mins
  • Jonathan Joseph: Career-Ending Injury, Bath Memories & England Comebacks | Stick to Rugby EP 39
    Oct 15 2025

    The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, welcomes Jonathan Joseph to the panel alongside Katy Daley-McLean, Scott Quinnell, Tom Shanklin, and Topsy Ojo! 🚨


    Jonathan opens up on his incredible journey from Bath to Biarritz, the challenges of life in France 🇫🇷, and the truth behind his retirement decision. He reflects on the highs of playing for England, the heartbreak of injuries, and the possibility of one final comeback... 👀


    From Six Nations glory to tough career choices and what life looks like after professional rugby, this is Jonathan Joseph as you’ve never heard him before — honest, reflective and refreshingly open. 🏉


    A must-watch conversation with one of England’s most gifted backs. Don’t miss it! 🔥

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    49 mins
  • Lewis Moody Tribute, Rugby League Ashes Return & Offiah’s Wembley Magic! | Stick to Rugby EP 38
    Oct 8 2025

    The latest episode of Stick to Rugby, brought to you by Defender, opens with a heartfelt tribute to Lewis Moody following the devastating news of his MND diagnosis.


    Phil Vickery shares personal memories, and the panel reflects on Lewis’s impact on the game and the outpouring of support that’s followed.


    Rugby League takes centre stage as Mike McMeeken and Martin Offiah join Phil Vickery, Scott Quinnell and Tom Shanklin to mark the return of the Ashes. Offiah looks ahead to England vs Australia and why the rivalry still matters, while McMeeken gives his take on the current squad, who to watch, and what to expect from this new era of international league.


    The panel also debates the biggest differences between league and union, and why so many players—like Sam Burgess, Jason Robinson and Scott himself—made the switch.


    Martin Offiah looks back on his favourite game and opens up about watching his son Tyler rise through the ranks. With Super League Final predictions and memories from Wembley, this is an episode full of passion, insight, and proper rugby league respect.


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    00:00 - Rugby League Opener

    01:45 - Emotional Lewis Moody Tribute

    07:44 - Teaser

    08:45 - Rugby League Quiz

    13:00 - Ashes Return to Rugby League

    19:58 - Predictions & Mal Meninga

    23:34 - Ones to Watch & What To Expect

    27:52 - Super League Grand Final

    29:24 - NRL vs Super League Debate

    32:50 - Rugby Union vs League

    37:38 - Rise of Women’s Rugby League

    39:00 - Grand Final Predictions

    42:00 - Mike McMeeken’s Introduction to Rugby

    46:35 - Rugby League Scene

    50:31 - Mike McMeeken’s Biggest Challenges

    52:10 - Martin Offiah’s Greatest Moments

    55:40 - Scott Quinnell’s Rugby League Career

    56:45 - Scott’s Favourite Offiah Moments

    01:00:19 - Community Questions

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    1 hr and 7 mins