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Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast

A regular podcast produced by Widnes fan and journalist James Gordon, featuring opinions, debates, interviews, match reaction, studio guests and more on Widnes Vikings rugby league club. JOIN: Widnes Rugby League Fans Facebook page

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59:39

S3 Ep15: Odsal woe adds to Widnes worry and wonder...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/05/27

James and Mike reconvene to assess Widnes’ latest defeat at Bradford and discuss where that leaves the Vikings in terms of the race for the play-offs. We pull out some of the key talking points from the recent podcast episode with Allan Coleman, including the impact the budget has on Widnes’ chances of competing at the top. The merits of the loan system, salary cap and club’s prospects for Super League also feature. Enjoy the listen! Don’t forget to sign up to WidnesRugby+ to support the

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44:15

S3 Ep14: Feature length interview with Widnes coach...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/05/14

James Gordon sits down with Widnes Vikings coach Allan Coleman for a feature length interview to discuss current form, pressure, his new contract, recruitment for this year and next, dual-reg and plenty more.If you enjoy the podcast, please consider donating to WidnesRugby+ here. Photo RLPix

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55:17

S3 Ep13: A recruitment puzzle piece and your...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/05/09

James and Mike bring you the latest Widnes Rugby Chat podcast, recorded just before Widnes announced the signing of Jake Maizen.His part in the recruitment puzzle is discussed in anticipation of his signing, and fans' questions are answered with thoughts on team selection and possible players for 2026. Mike gives his insight on the win over Hunslet and we look at the possibility of the Championship splitting into two, and how important a win over Featherstone this week might be for the

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74:47

S3 Ep12: Is the player movement situation turning...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/05/01

In a bumper episode of Widnes Rugby Chat, James and Mike debate all the big talking points of the week.The controversial departure of Ryan Lannon, and the lack of dual-registration players at the weekend, prompts a debate about the player contract situation and the wider player pool issues in rugby league, and how that's turning off some fans. There's a chat about exciting new signing Morgan McWhirter, who the club announced this week, plus an update on the injury issues within the Widnes

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52:22

S3 Ep11: Widnes no help to Warrington half-back...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/04/25

Hear from Widnes coach Allan Coleman after the draw at home to Oldham, in which Warrington half-back Oli Leyland featured at full-back for the Vikings, something that apparently left Wolves coach Sam Burgess a bit frustrated this week.There's the usual chatter about the game, plus James and Mike look ahead to the weekend's Championship fixtures and Widnes' trip to York.

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62:35

S3 Ep10: What's causing Widnes' woes as silly season...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/04/17

James and Mike are back to pore over Widnes' two heavy defeats against York and Barrow that have raised questions over the season and the squad.Hear from Allan Coleman, who reflects on the defeat to Barrow. Plus we discuss the challenges over squad building, player recruitment and why Widnes seem to face the same issues year in, year out.

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38:51

S3 Ep9: Heading to York on the Road to Wembley

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/04/04

James and Mike look ahead to Widnes' return to action away at York this weekend, in the 1895 Cup quarter-final, as the Vikings look to move within 80 minutes of Wembley.There's discussion over some eye-catching moves in the Championship and our predictions for the weekend.

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82:49

S3 Ep8: Exclusive interview with new Widnes Vikings...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/03/28

The latest addition to the Widnes Vikings board of directors, Matt Roberts, is the guest interview in this episode of the Widnes Rugby Chat podcast.Matt discusses his long-time connection to the club, why and how he got on board, and what his impressions have been so far, plus much more, including the club's Super League prospects and IMG. James Gordon and Mike Parsons discuss Widnes' recent win at Doncaster, the impact of Warrington loanee Cai Taylor-Wray and what to expect in the coming

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64:59

S3 Ep7: How thrilling cup game can help Widnes on and...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/03/21

We have all the reaction from the gripping Challenge Cup tie between Widnes and Warrington, that was played in front of a 7,000+ crowd.There is insight from the Q&A evening held by Widnes VIPS with Widnes chairman Stuart Murphy, who reveals just how much money the club made from the cup contest. Plenty of news talking points this week too, including the ban for Nick Gregson and the arrival of lively full-back Cai Taylor-Wray from Warrington. Send us your comments on the Widnes Rugby League

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60:46

S3 Ep6: Widnes v Warrington - Challenge Cup preview

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/03/14

It's the first competitive derby between Widnes and Warrington for nearly seven years this weekend, so this week's podcast looks ahead to the Challenge Cup clash. We hear from Widnes coach Allan Coleman on issues with his squad after the defeat to Batley, and also debate some of the burning issues within rugby league.

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47:02

S3 Ep5: Widnes Positives vs attendances & injuries

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/02/28

James Gordon and Mike Parsons discuss Widnes' positive start to the season on the pitch, following the win over Sheffield and look ahead to the 1895 Cup match at Hunslet.The attendance figure from the first home game of the season is revealed, and that is pondered along with the club update on the latest injury list.

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73:45

S3 Ep4: Tickets too much? Cup tie details plus...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/02/20

Plenty to talk about in the week Widnes opened their Championship season with an excellent win away in France against Toulouse. The details of the Challenge Cup tie against Warrington have been released, with debate over the kick-off day/time and ticket prices, while there’s further news from the club both on and off the field. Sheffield Eagles fan and journalist Daniel Fowler joins us to provide insight on Widnes’ opponents this weekend, after they suffered a surprise defeat to Halifax in round

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58:10

S3 Ep3: Toulouse to win? Widnes head to France for...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/02/13

France-based journalist Steve Brady (@catalanmedia) joins us to talk about Toulouse, their prospects for the season and what’s in store for Widnes this weekend.James and Mike go through the respective squads ahead of the Championship opener and give their predictions for the first round of the season. We also go through the runners and riders in the Championship and who are fancied to do well this season. JOIN: Widnes Rugby League Fans Facebook page

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37:57

S3 Ep2: The inside track from the club's Q&A session

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/02/07

In this episode, we pore over the latest news from the club, including the bombshell that the club shop in Widnes Market has closed, and is relocating to the stadium.There's a quick run through of the recent Rochdale game and a look ahead to the next round of the Challenge Cup away at North Wales Crusaders. Mike gives the inside track from the Q&A event held at the stadium earlier this week, that involved Allan Coleman and Matty Fozard, with insight on injuries and possible dual-reg additions

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49:53

S3 Ep1: All the talking points from Widnes' first...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2025/01/22

Widnes took to the field in 2025 for the first time at Warrington last Friday and as a result, the Widnes Rugby Chat podcast is back for a New Year!We provide further insight in to the recent injury news, particularly around Jordan Johnstone, and discuss the Vikings' latest signing Rhys Williams. We hear from Allan Coleman immediately after the 36-22 friendly win away at Warrington, while James and Mike give their thoughts on the match.

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59:08

S2 Ep21: Verdict on Widnes' 2025 squad so far

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2024/11/18

James and Mike go through the new signings arriving at Widnes for 2025 and discuss how the squad for next season is shaping up, as well as giving their current best 13, with more signings in the pipeline...Join the Widnes Rugby League Fans Facebook page ***The podcast is looking for sponsors for the 2025 season, if you're interested, please email james@jdgmedia.co.uk***

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61:05

S2 Ep20: Widnes chairman on 'shocking and...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2024/11/06

We hear from Widnes chairman Stuart Murphy following the presentation of the Vikings’ club grading score for 2024 from IMG and the RFL, which ranked them a lowly 22nd in the professional rugby league rankings.What does the score mean? And what next for the Vikings? James and Mike also discuss the immediate fallout from the score, which has seen the departure of Chris Hamilton. To view the blog post breaking down the various aspects of Widnes’ IMG score, visit:

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57:48

S2 Ep19: 2024 season comes to an end - what now?

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2024/10/10

James and Mike reflect on the end of Widnes' season at York, we hear from Allan Coleman and look ahead to what could be in store in 2025.

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37:41

S2 Ep18: Bumper play-off special - York v Widnes preview

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2024/10/04

In a special edition of the Widnes Rugby Chat podcast, we look ahead to the Championship play-off between York and Widnes.Hear from: Allan Coleman, Liam Bent, Jack Owens, Daniel Murray, Joe Lyons and York coach Mark Applegarth. James and Mike bring you the squad news and all the latest thoughts before Saturday's big clash. Join the Widnes Rugby League Fans Facebook page Visit widnesrugby.com

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37:19

S2 Ep17: Thanks to and from Allan Coleman as Widnes...

Widnes Rugby Chat - Widnes Vikings Rugby League Podcast ·

2024/10/01

Hear from Allan Coleman as he expresses his pride at reaching the play-off and offers his message to the fans for their contributions. James and Mike discuss the win at Barrow and look ahead to what’s in store at York this week. Join the Widnes Rugby League Fans Facebook page Visit widnesrugby.com Photo RLPix.com

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