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The Good, The Bad & The Rugby

James Haskell, Mike Tindall and Alex Payne return for season six of The Good, The Bad & The Rugby. Expect more great guests, insight, laughter and tears.

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68:41

10 Things That Must Happen Before Season’s End

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/04/14

Alex, Hask and Mike draft their ultimate rugby wishlist: blockbuster signings, Bledisloe redemption, Champions Cup reform, and England’s shot at the Springboks. Expect big opinions and bigger laughs as they count down ten season-defining moments that they still want to see unfold this season.02:00 🤝 Finn Russell x Gregor Townsend: Link-Up?10:43 🇦🇺 Can Australia Finally Break Through?14:05 💨 The “Old Fart” Problem 16:50 🏆 Could Bath Win the Champions Cup?22:15👞 Saints for the Prem?31:08

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82:46

Rising Fast, Falling Hard, and Starting Again: The...

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/04/07

From electrifying England winger to a sudden career halt. For the first time, Marland opens up about the seismic shifts in his life: moving from St. Lucia to London, his rise at London Irish and Harlequins, and the devastating injury that nearly ended it all. He also addresses the harrowing period of being wrongly accused of rape and how he lost everything - his job, his reputation, and his peace - only to rebuild it from the ground up.Now living in Lisbon and training to be a commercial pilot,

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87:35

James O’Connor: The Original Poster Boy

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/04/01

James O’Connor was the first of his kind - a teenage prodigy who transcended the back pages to become the face of Australian rugby. James O’Connor joins Alex, Hask and Tins to discuss the heavy crown of early fame, his global "rock star" journey which climaxed in a Parisian prison to his settled life at Leicester Tigers.The boys dive into the week’s massive news: Henry Pollock’s alliance with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom. We ask: Is rugby finally ready to embrace a superstar, or will the "tall poppy"

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78:45

Mad Dog Unleashed: Lewis Moody

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/03/25

England legend Lewis Moody joins Payno and Tins to celebrate his remarkable career. From untold tactics behind the 2003 Rugby World Cup triumph to the night Tommo’s uppercut left a lasting impression, “Mad Dog” lifts the lid on the hilarious, unfiltered reality of life as one of the game’s early professionals. Discover the “secret sauce” behind Leicester Tigers’ four consecutive Premiership titles, as Lewis reveals what drove their dominance, and he names the toughest Tiger of them all. It’s a

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61:45

Marler & Brown: The Anglo Inquisition

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/03/17

Joe Marler and Mike Brown join Payno and Tins for the Anglo Inquisition, dissecting England’s Six Nations. The team tackle the 2003 legends criticism, Steve Borthwick’s leadership style, and the discipline crisis. It’s a raw, unfiltered health check on the state of English rugby.00:00 🛞 Proudly Sponsored by Continental Tyres 03:04 🍷 Why 2026 Was a Vintage Year 11:52 🏥 England Health Check 21:05 🤔 Do You Believe in Steve? 30:39 ⚔️ 2003 vs 2026: The Fallout 53:09 🥃 Rémy Martin Moment of

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74:19

Go Out Swinging: England’s French Test

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/03/10

After one of the wildest weekends of the Six Nations, the boys are back to break it all down. Payno, Tins, Jonny May and Ben Kayser dive into Scotland’s breathtaking performance against France. Then it’s time for the uncomfortable truth: England’s loss to Italy. Is this a rock-bottom moment for England? And is the criticism of Head Coach Steve Borthwick fair? The panel also unpacks the on-field confusion between Maro Itoje and Fin Smith, with Tins revealing what really happens when leadership,

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68:22

Inside England Camp: Can They Bounce Back In Rome?

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/03/04

After a tough set of runs for England, Alex and Hask head to Allianz to speak with those at the heart of the storm. First-up, the lads sit down with Conor O’Shea, Director of Performance Rugby at England Rugby, to hear about how England are dealing with the pressure approaching Rome. Conor gives his verdict on both England and Italy and speaks passionately about developing pathways through the Continental Tyres Schools Cup. In the second half, Jamie George, Jack van Poortvliet and Manny Iyogun share

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64:39

Panic or Don't Panic? Dissecting England’s Defeat To...

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/02/24

Payno, Hask, and Tins dissect England's bruising Twickenham defeat to Ireland. While fans and press go into meltdown, the boys urge calm, separating emotional fallout from professional reality. Plus, the OG trio unpack the thrilling Wales versus Scotland clash and France's continued dominance.00:00 🛞 Proudly Sponsored by Continental Tyres 00:48 👑 Royal Box Banter 03:57 🚨 Panic or Don't Panic 09:46 🚪 Four Doors of Fallout 28:24 🔄 Changes for Italy 40:18 📊 Ireland's Performance

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62:16

Humble Pie with Mike Brown

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/02/17

Mike Brown returns to share a slice of humble pie after Scotland’s Calcutta Cup masterclass. We dissect Finn Russell’s "matador" magic, England’s defensive lapses, and the historic stat haunting Gregor Townsend. Plus, a look ahead to England v Ireland: does Borthwick stick or twist to get England’s campaign back on track? 00:00 🛞 Proudly Sponsored by Continental Tyres 05:27 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 How Scotland Tore England Apart 07:55 🟥 Key Moments: Cards, Drop Goal, 6–2 Bench 10:39 🧢 Mike

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67:42

The Full English With Hask & Brown

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/02/10

It’s Calcutta Cup week! Payno, Hask & Mike Brown preview England’s trip to Murrayfield and ask if Gregor Townsend get a response out of his team. They dissect England’s business-like win over Wales, praise Italy’s resurgence, and debate if Ireland can bounce back. Plus, Round 2 predictions. 00:00 🛞 Proudly Sponsored by Continental Tyres 01:40 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Calcutta Cup Memories 02:27 🏉 Gregor’s Big Problem 06:14 🧠 England's Mindset 22:33 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England vs Wales Analysis 32:57 🎨

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79:57

Six Nations Preview: Kayser, Horgan & Tindall

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/02/03

Ben Kayser and Shane Horgan join Payno and Tins for the GBR Six Nations preview. They discuss Andy Farrell’s "real test" amid Ireland’s injury crisis and France’s ruthless changes. Plus, Tindall explains why "everybody hates us" suits England, and drops a shock prediction for Italy. The Championship is back baby!00:00 Proudly Sponsored by Continental Tyres 03:25 Ireland's Challenges and Rebuilding Phase 09:45 France's Squad Changes 10:04 Tribute to Uini Atonio 22:37 Continental Tyres Grip

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68:18

Beast Mode: The Cost of Being The World's Strongest Man

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/01/28

Eddie "The Beast" Hall joins Payno and Hask for a a raw, unmissable episode. From becoming the first human to deadlift 500kg to being crowned the World’s Strongest Man, Eddie reveals how mental health struggles helped shape the man he is today.He opens up about the extreme psychological triggers he used to break records including visualising his children in danger and the physical price he paid. Plus, the moment of truth: Can The Beast crush the leaderboard on our Continental Tyres Grip Strength

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81:18

The Making of a DOR: Phil Dowson

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/01/21

Northampton Saints boss Phil Dowson reveals the secrets behind their success, from the recruitment process to the brutal reality of cutting players. He discusses managing England stars like Henry Pollock, the toll of England duty, and the truth behind THAT halftime rant. Plus, can the coach beat his players on the Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge? 00:00 Proudly Sponsored by Continental Tyres 03:07 Balancing Rugby and Personal Life 06:55 The Journey to Coaching 26:47 Handling

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78:32

The Making of a DOR: Mike Brown

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/01/14

Join Payno & Hask, as they chat with Mike Brown about his transition from player to Sporting Director at Esher Rugby Club. They delve into his new role, challenges, and ask for his insights on the current state of Harlequins and Marcus Smith's future. 00:00 🛞 Sponsored by Continental Tyres 02:26🤓 Mike Brown's Journey to DoR 04:30 🟤 The Brown Philosophy 10:30 🏉 Putting the boots back on? 16:42 💬 Difficult Conversations 27:23 👂 Learnings from Cheika et al. 46:39 🃏What's going on at

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67:55

Marler Joins the GBR Round Table

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2026/01/07

The rugby icon turned reality star spills Traitors secrets, revealing why fellow England International Jonny May would be the ultimate Traitor. He discusses why he quit rugby, his wrestling debut as "The Scrum Lord," and the potential for the GBR Panto. Plus Joe takes on the Continental Tyres grip strength challenge.00:00 🛞 Proudly Sponsored by Continental Tyres 04:29 ✂️ Truly Dreadful Haircuts 07:21 🕵️‍♂️ Inside The Traitors Experience 21:42 🤼 Wrestling Debut Chaos 34:33 💪

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71:11

Rugby's Greatest Unions: Teague, Winterbottom, Richards

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2025/12/31

England’s iconic 90s back row - Mike Teague, Peter Winterbottom, and Dean Richards - reunite to discuss the "brutal self-policing" of their era. From surviving legendary drinking sessions with Jason Leonard to smashing the Calcutta Cup, the "Three Wise Men" deliver a masterclass in what international rugby was like for the last amateurs.00:00 🛞 Sponsored by Continental Tyres 01:55 👑 Meet the Three Wise Men 03:33 🍺 Drinking Stories 15:49 🧢 Debut Memories and Early Days 30:19 🦁 The Iconic

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60:31

Rugby v Potter: The Phelps Twins Christmas Special

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2025/12/24

Hask and Tins reunite with their old pals James and Oliver Phelps, better known as the legendary Weasley twins from Harry Potter. In the muggle world, the twins are die-hard Gloucester fans and have many tales of mischief to share from the Shed, the Hong-Kong Sevens and The Women’s World Cup. Oliver even coaches his daughter’s team at Spartans. The lads get sorted into Hogwarts Houses, recast the Harry Potter films with rugby players and learn about the twins hosting Wizards of Baking on Prime. Grab

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72:17

Alex Coles: From Academy "Geek" to England "Educator"

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2025/12/17

Northampton and England’s Alex Coles “The Educator” looks back on the WWE-style headlock that sparked his unforgettable nickname. He breaks down the intense pressure behind pro-rugby lineout calling, relives the glory of conquering the legendary Blakiston fitness challenge, and explains how he manages to survive the daily chaos caused by teammate Henry Pollock.Alex also reveals the reason George Furbank should never leave Northampton Saints. A classic episode of GBR - and one you definitely don’t

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70:18

State Of The Game: The Free-to-Air Revolution

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2025/12/10

Alex Payne and Mike Tindall dive into the seismic news of ITV securing the rights to the New Nations Series from 2026-2028, making them the undisputed home of English international rugby. Next year will be the first time in 30 years that all England games will be free to air. We ask… Is this the best thing to happen to the English game since 2003? Is rugby finally ready to grasp the opportunity of free-to-air coverage to widen the sport's appeal. We're joined by Ben Rumsby, Sports Investigations

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67:00

Bismarck on his Brother, the Boks and Brutal Hits

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby ·

2025/12/03

This week, we welcome World Cup winner - and one of the most feared front-rowers in rugby history - Bismarck du Plessis!Bismarck dives deep into the legendary 2009 Lions Tour and relives the moment of that tackle on Dan Carter (“I’m going to kill that man!”). He gives incredible insight into the Springboks’ scrum dominance and the genius of Rassie Erasmus, explaining how Rassie’s methods have helped build one of the greatest dynasties in the game. He also reflects on his special bond with his

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