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Sep 28, 2026 · 20:14
Breaking down the interview given by the Welsh Rugby Union's Chief Financial & Operating Officer Gavin Marshall and contrasting it with CEO Abi Tierney's interview on the same…
Sep 24, 2026 · 13:52
I headed to Cardiff to watch Wales Women take on the Springboks of South Africa in WXV Global Series 2026. What I thought could have been the latest painful episode of the Welsh…
Sep 22, 2026 · 59:17
Japan’s Comeback & the Rise of Hong Kong China: this week on the HG rugby podcast I am joined by Asia Rugby 247 journalist Steven Noble to get his insight on the state of Asian…
Sep 20, 2026 · 56:54
Can the Wallabies of Australia shock the South African Springboks and the New Zealand All Blacks? This week I was joined by rugbypass columnist and podcaster Brett McKay to…
Sep 17, 2026 · 21:19
I am aware of the intermittent clicking noises, this is due to me recording with a new software which has some teething issues. I twill be fixed for the next episode! Stories…
Sep 14, 2026 · 58:14
I was joined by Tony O'Sullivan from the 'Two Cents Gets Distracted' podcast to get the Kiwi angle on the New Zealand All Black's defeat to the Springboks of South African in…
Sep 12, 2026 · 9:26
When America Almost Joined The URC - revisiting the attempts to get USA teams into the United Rugby Championship: Who wanted it, what were the pros, what were the cons, and why…
Sep 10, 2026 · 23:00
As club rugby fans, we are conditioned to believe that the more signings our team makes, the better. Take a quick glance at the replies to rugby clubs on social media during the…
Sep 8, 2026 · 55:10
Why are Argentina so inconsistent in rugby union? capable of defeating the All Blacks, Springboks, or British and Irish lions, Los Pumas have won just one of their last seven…
Sep 3, 2026 · 15:44
outtakes from by podcast with Bernard Jackman. Birch shares his insight on how France manages to create a commercially successful and appealing rugby product that no other nation…
Aug 20, 2026 · 56:08
Has the Welsh Rugby Union finally met its end? I was joined by one of my favourite people, rugby governance expert Nicks Johnston, to analyse the recent escalations against the…
Aug 13, 2026 · 26:34
a second instalment of my chat with rugby coach Ben Pegna. We discuss what it takes to be an elite rugby coach - is it a science, or an art? Ben draws on his experiences around…
Aug 6, 2026 · 30:58
Link to my substack: https://substack.com/@hgrugby Link to my YouTube: https://youtu.be/DBzxxNsFnOc Welcome back to the Rugby Transfer Review! My monthly podcast series covering…
Aug 2, 2026 · 57:20
South Africa and New Zealand - the Springboks and the All Blacks - the Greatest Rivalry. Plenty is spoken of their rugby tactics, their strengths and Weakness on the pitch, but…
Jul 23, 2026 · 34:44
episode 3 of my mini-series bringing you all the latest from Tier 2 rugby as the Nations Cup played out its second weekend of fixtures! - this time I was joined by my friend Joe…
Jul 19, 2026 · 52:03
Exclusive interview with Chile's Raimundo Martinez and Inaki Ayarza! In this episode of the HG Podcast I get a fascinating and unique insight into Chilean rugby courtesy of two…
Jul 16, 2026 · 44:35
episode 2 of my mini-series bringing you all the latest from Tier 2 rugby as the Nations Cup played out its second weekend of fixtures! - this time I was joined by my fried Carl…
Jul 14, 2026 · 13:27
What's gone wrong with the flying Fijians? I took a trip to the Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool to watch Fiji take on England in the Nations Championship 2026. After being…
Jul 10, 2026 · 28:37
Welcome to a new min-series for the July tests! Covering the nations cup: the Tier 2 international rugby competition containing USA, Canada, Uruguay, Chile, Zimbabwe, Hong Kong…
Jul 4, 2026 · 11:07
Are the Barbarians RFC still relevant in 2026? For this mini-documentary I took a trip to Allianz Stadium (Twickenham) to watch the Barbarians vs Wales in June 2026 to see if the…
Jul 2, 2026 · 15:09
link to the members only video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hXGWUrycjz8 leagues not mentioned because they are still ongoing or not started yet: WER Super W Super Aupiki NPC…
Jun 29, 2026 · 58:28
Bernard Jackman joins me to discuss the prospects for Antoine Dupont and France as they head down to the Souther Hemisphere for the July tests and the Nations Championship. We…
Jun 21, 2026 · 15:52
I don't get Bath Rugby Club. In this video I will use highlights and analytics to explain why they shouldn't be as good as they are and what really makes them such a competitive…
Jun 16, 2026 · 9:29
The story of the forgotten Barbarians vs All Blacks game of 2009: how one of the strongest Barbarians teams of all time defeated New Zealand at Twickenham. Including the…
Jun 11, 2026 · 19:16
Back with a bonus where I tackle a topic! this week it's the dreaded/desired British & Irish league: are we closer than ever to it happening or is it still the realms of fantasy?…
Jun 6, 2026 · 58:47
I was joined by @thetimessport journalist Will Kelleher to talk about the English PREM Rugby: the off-field and on-field changes that are turning the league into something new,…
Jun 3, 2026 · 37:34
Breaking down the PREM Rugby salary cap report for 2024/25. Watch the video version by heading over to my YouTube channel and hitting the 'join' button! PREM Report Substack:…
May 25, 2026 · 30:32
Women's Six Nations Substack: https://substack.com/home/post/p-198430148 My Insta: https://www.instagram.com/huw.griffin/ The topics I cover in this podcast: Kolbe to Stormers…
May 9, 2026 · 16:32
In this mini-documentary I name the misleading rugby stat that pundits and fans love but defence coaches hate. With the help of writers, analysts and coaches, I explain the…
Apr 28, 2026 · 17:25
Link to the substack here Link to the report here In this special episode I break down the French CCCP financial report for the 2024/25 season: how much money was earned how much…
Apr 25, 2026 · 57:33
How Social Media is Changing Rugby Union Forever! + Women's Six Nations 2026 Debate From viral try celebrations to player controversies, social media has completely transformed…
Apr 21, 2026 · 31:12
My Moana Pasifika Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/thepiraterugby/p/the-unpublished-vol2-the-worry-with?r=2nk5sv&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web This month's Rugby…
Apr 18, 2026 · 59:15
Unlock the real story behind Super Rugby’s struggles despite its massive influence on the sport of rugby union. From Super Rugby Pacific 2026 to its ripple effects on Test rugby,…
Apr 11, 2026 · 54:29
Irish Rugby 2025/26 Season – The Ultimate Breakdown! The 2025/26 United Rugby Championship season is heating up, and Ireland’s four provinces are delivering thrilling rugby once…
Apr 7, 2026 · 23:50
Do Leinster Suck Now? In this video I took a trip to Dublin to find out for myself. spoke to Leo Cullen, Tommy O'Brien and Leinster journalists to get an insider view on the…
Apr 5, 2026 · 1:03:11
Why Is Rugby Posh? This week I was going by Hattie from The Rugby History Project to answer that very question. We dive into the origins of the sport, its roots in the English…
Mar 28, 2026 · 54:56
This week on the HG Rugby Podcast I was joined by rugby transfer expert and journalist Neil Fissler of RugbyPass. He told me his journey in rugby, how he finds transfer stories,…
Mar 26, 2026 · 19:24
Taken from my vlog on WRRAP YouTube Scarlets vs Zebre Parma | United Rugby Championship Round 13 | Full Match Highlights & Reaction (2025/26)Watch the action as Scarlets secured…
Mar 22, 2026 · 50:09
I was joined by friend of the show and Rugby Europe expert Carl Dawson to review the 2026 Rugby Europe Championship and explain what on earth is going on with Georgian rugby? We…
Mar 15, 2026 · 15:38
Italy have just fallen agonisingly short of their best ever Six Nations campaign by losing to Wales in Cardiff. The Azzurri had never won three games in a single tournament…
Mar 2, 2026 · 18:24
TOP 14 Finances substack: https://thepiraterugby.substack.com/p/where-french-rugby-teams-get-their Salary cap video: https://youtu.be/SpP4-a-4gdg?si=HSAXHWNeYmlGTlia Jaminet…
Feb 22, 2026 · 53:54
In this podcast I was joined by Glasgow statistician and writer Kevin Millar to tackle the hottest topics in Scottish rugby. Kevin explains how South African Franco Smith has…
Feb 7, 2026 · 35:54
In this months rugby transfer review we will cover: scrum halves headed to France the ripples of the NZ coaching conundrum who could replace a Welsh region in the URC Follow…
Jan 27, 2026 · 25:28
I go behind the scenes at the Scarlets trip to play Northampton Saints at Cinch Franklins Gardens in the Investec Champions Cup. Includes interviews with Josh Macleod, Nigel…
Jan 24, 2026 · 23:13
In this documentary I explore the rebuild at the Stormers that has seen them go from goof troop to title contenders. Along with insights from Damian Willemse and John Dobson, I…
Jan 20, 2026 · 42:43
LINK TO NEW AUDIO PLATFORM: https://open.spotify.com/show/2NGCYndQuXbXthxgmuPKQG Huw and Maz are back to discuss the rumours that Penaud is off to defend Greenland on his own,…
Jan 13, 2026 · 43:12
We are still working on our new audio platform, a few admin issues causing delays unfortunately! As soon as it's set up you will be the first to know! Learn more about your ad…
Jan 10, 2026 · 1:06:31
This week on the HG Rugby podcast I was joined by rugby governance expert Nicks Johnston to learn how sporting governance works and what challenges those governing rugby union…
Jan 6, 2026 · 37:52
We are having a few delays with the new audio platform! Bare with! I will update here when it's up! In the mean time you can also find this week's episode here - on the page for…
Jan 3, 2026 · 23:14
A month show rounding up the biggest rugby union transfer news & gossip. This month we are talking about: - Sale Sharks transfer struggles - The WRU driving players away - French…
Dec 30, 2025 · 41:47
In this episode we break down Anotine Duponts incredible performance against La Rochelle along with the rest of the TOP 14 action from round 14 including Bayonne vs Stade…
Dec 27, 2025 · 1:03:51
Reviewing rugby in 2025 with Harry Jones. In this podcast my @megafoonrugby colleague to talk scrums, Springboks and South America - the biggest storylines of rugby in 2025.…
Dec 23, 2025 · 25:40
In this episode we break down round 12 of the TOP 14 and talk about the older players who are still playing incredible rugby! From Levani Botia at La Rochelle to Benjamin…
Dec 20, 2025 · 8:33
In this week's mini documentary I headed to Bordeaux to watch my Union Bordeaux-Begles (UBB) take on my team the Scarlets with a question: who is the most exciting rugby team in…
Dec 16, 2025 · 40:38
In this episode we break down the French teams' struggles in the champions and challenge cups. We explain what went wrong for Toulouse over in Glasgow, what Toulon got right…
Dec 13, 2025 · 58:52
I was joined by content creator Chris Setu to deep dive Samoan rugby. One of the sport's most beloved nations, Samoa has given the game icons and iconic moments. What's more,…
Dec 11, 2025 · 43:43
In this episode we break down how UBB beat the Bulls away in South Africa and how Italian Winger Ange Capuozzo inspired Toulouse to a commanding victory at home to the Sharks.…
Dec 6, 2025 · 9:45
Last weekend, Wales took on the World Champion Springboks of South Africa in Cardiff for what was one of the most controversial games in the nation's history. Devoid of their…
Dec 2, 2025 · 34:44
In this episode we break down how Ronan O'Gara has gotten himself in line for yet another ban in the TOP 14 following La Rochelle's defeat to Pau. We also chat about Antoine…
Nov 29, 2025 · 1:02:54
Ireland have been experiencing a golden age of rugby, but now their fans are starting to get angry - why? Is it just because results have started to turn, and if so what are the…
Nov 27, 2025 · 40:04
In this episode we review France's thrilling win over Australia and talk about yet another majestic performance from French star winger Louis Bielle-Biarrey! We also look at how…
Nov 25, 2025 · 58:59
The 24 teams for the Rugby World Cup in 2027 are locked in. In this podcast we deep dive the T2 nations who will play at the World Cup, how they got there and what comes next. We…
Nov 19, 2025 · 35:49
In this episode we review France's hard fought victory over Fiji and analyse why they found it such a difficult game. Have France gone backwards? or are Fiji good enough to…
Nov 16, 2025 · 6:51
England vs New Zealand brought Scott Robertson's 3rd defeat of 2025 as All Blacks coach. For any other side, that record would be acceptable - but not for New Zealand. In this…
Nov 11, 2025 · 42:43
In this episode we review France's defeat at the hands of South African: deep diving the stats, tactics and biggest talking points from France vs Springboks in the 2025 November…
Nov 10, 2025 · 26:02
A monthly show rounding up the biggest rugby union transfer new & gossip. This month we are talking about: - Tom Willis walks out on England - Ilona Maher's Next Move - Why I'm…
Nov 4, 2025 · 43:53
In this episode we pick our combined France v South Africa team ahead of the huge match between Le Bleu and the Springboks this weekend. We also talk all the latest results and…
Nov 1, 2025 · 12:05
French rugby is genius and it is terrifying. When you sit down and analyse their game and their players you start to realise how advanced they are and how much talent their…
Oct 29, 2025 · 36:17
The man who replaced Antoine Dupont for France - UBB's Maxime Lucu - is BACk! He captained his side to a thumping win over Bayonne in the Top 14 this weekend and his fellow…
Oct 25, 2025 · 47:36
The Zimbabwe Sables are back at the rugby World Cup! In this podcast I was delighted to be joined by both Zimbabwe's captain Hilton Mudariki and their head coach Pieter Bernade…
Oct 21, 2025 · 39:39
Fabien Galthié has a huge dilemma for choosing his France squad - not just for the test match against the Springboks, but for the summer tours next year in the latest French…
Oct 20, 2025 · 11:43
This is the incredible story of James O'Connor: from being super rugby's youngest ever player, through starting against the Lions, exile in France, arrests, injuries and beating…
Oct 16, 2025 · 43:40
Joe Simmonds is playing exceptionally well for Section Paloise AKA Pau! in this week's episodes we talk about his latest top moments in Pau vs Bayonne in the French Top 14 and…
Oct 11, 2025 · 13:14
Last weekend the Springboks from South Africa became back to back Rugby Championship champions by beating Los Pumas of Argentina in a historic match held at London's Allianz…
Oct 10, 2025 · 40:27
Louis Bielle-Biarrey cannot stop scoring! the UBB winger keeps breaking records with his 2 tries against Lyon making him their all time top points scorer just days before he was…
Oct 6, 2025 · 1:03:49
We need to talk about USA rugby. World Rugby have revealed a plan to invest $250m into rugby in the USA leading up to the host the rugby world cup on 2031. The news comes at a…
Oct 2, 2025 · 39:41
Ma'a Nonu was still going for Toulon but it wasn't enough to stop them falling to a dramatic defeat in Bayonne in Round 4 of the Top 14 as Joris Segonds nailed a last minute drop…
Sep 29, 2025 · 15:02
A monthly show running down the biggest rugby union transfer news & gossip. This month we are talking about: - Mark Nawanaqintawase back to Union? - Jac Morgan to quit Welsh…
Sep 25, 2025 · 38:08
Looking back on France's frustration against England's Red Roses at the Women's Rugby World Cup & R3 of the Top14 Welcome to the TOP 14 Digest! This weekly podcast captures all…
Sep 23, 2025 · 1:03:01
Fiji have sewn up a third consecutive Pacific Nations Cup win with victory over Japan in the grand final. Are they now too good for the PNC? Fijian rugby is in the best place it…
Sep 18, 2025 · 38:51
Welcome to the TOP 14 Digest! This weekly podcast captures all of the news and results in the world of rugby’s biggest club competition: the French Top 14 - Huw and Maz bring…
Sep 13, 2025 · 11:21
Newcastle Falcons, the worst rugby team in England, have been taken over by soft drinks manufacturer RedBull. Overnight, this has turned club rugby in Europe on its head. For the…
Sep 10, 2025 · 38:51
Welcome to the TOP14 Digest! This weekly podcast captures all of the news and results in the world of rugby’s biggest club competition: the French Top 14 - Huw and Maz bring…
Sep 6, 2025 · 54:51
We all love to talk about rugby in Canada; whether it be the struggles of the men's team or the incredible success of the women's team, everyone has an opinion. But how many of…
Sep 2, 2025 · 46:01
Welcome to the TOP14 Digest! This weekly podcast captures all of the news and results in the world of rugby’s biggest club competition: the French TOP14 - Huw and Maz bring…
Jul 26, 2025 · 55:25
I was delighted to be joined by Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin! Having worked at academy, Franchise & Men's international level as well as being an analyst for…
Jul 23, 2025 · 15:20
The British and Irish Lions are currently on their tour of Australia and have won the first test in Brisbane. The Lions is all about history and tradition, meaning each evokes…
Jul 17, 2025 · 14:04
Hello! on the agenda for this special, Champions only show today: MLR English Prem URC WER Super Rugby Super Rugby Aupiki Super W PWR Japan League One TOP14 Super Rugby Americas…
Jul 13, 2025 · 52:28
Argentina's win over the British & Irish Lions was just one more achievement in a 12 month period where they also defeated the All Blacks, the Springboks and the Wallabies for…
Jul 9, 2025 · 7:25
Everything you need to know about the ACT Brumbies! Welcome to a new series of videos previewing the 2025 British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia focusing on the pre-test series…
Jul 3, 2025 · 6:26
Everything you need to know about the NSW Waratahs! Welcome to a new series of videos previewing the 2025 British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia focusing on the pre-test series…
Jul 1, 2025 · 33:48
Bonjour! on the agenda for our final episode of the season: build up the perfect final star players why Toulouse deserved it season awards! thank you for listening to the show…
Jun 30, 2025 · 6:06
Everything you need to know about the Queensland Reds! Welcome to a new series of videos previewing the 2025 British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia focusing on the pre-test…
Jun 26, 2025 · 6:51
Everything you need to know about the Western Force! Welcome to a new series of videos previewing the 2025 British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia focusing on the pre-test series…
Jun 24, 2025 · 33:05
Bonjour! on the agenda today: Toulouse vs Bayonne Review UBB vs Toulon Review Jaminet redemption shut down? England vs France ridiculousness shock hat-trick hero Previewing the…
Jun 17, 2025 · 33:45
Bonjour! on the agenda today: barrage review access match review fan trouble explained Espoirs title lifted France A previewed semi final predictions if you enjoy the show please…
Jun 3, 2025 · 33:56
Bonjour! On the agenda today: reacting to the results Stade Francais collapse AGAIN Bordeaux Women do the triple triple fannies fresh twist in NZ tour saga predicting R26 if you…
May 30, 2025 · 14:33
Morning everyone, something different from me - a transfer special! this is something I'm thinking of introducing as a regular feature for next season, so if you could let me…
May 27, 2025 · 32:17
Bonjour! on the agenda today: UBB are champions Lyon disappoint Castres vs Clermont review Elite 1 final preview R25 preview if you enjoy the show please give it a 5 star rating…
May 25, 2025 · 59:03
Union Bordeaux-Begles have won the Champions Cup for the first time ever by beating Northampton Saints 28-20 in the final at Cardiff Principality Stadium. It's the first ever…
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