For The Love Of Rugby

For The Love Of Rugby

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England's most capped men love rugby. Ben Youngs is a scrum-half so he’s spent most of his 127 games chatting away to team-mates, opposition and referees. His mate Dan Cole is still in the England squad, and has cult hero status thanks to his no-nonsense approach to most of life’s events.They’ve spent 20 years together at Leicester Tigers, toured together for the British and Irish Lions, and now podcast together every week. They'll bring you their ultimate guide to rugby's biggest games, give you a behind the scenes tour of Twickenham, and tell you what really happens inside an Engl...

Can England finally reclaim the Calcutta Cup | Six Nations Round 3 Preview

Can England finally reclaim the Calcutta Cup | Six Nations Round 3 Preview

Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson preview Round 3 of the Men's Six Nations as Wales host Ireland, England and Scotland vye for the Calcutta Cup and France look to bounce back in Italy.✍️ Subscribe to Coley's newsletter: https://loveofrugby.substack.com/subscribe📺 Watch For The Love Of Rugby on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby🍺 Use code FTLOR to get 12 Black Hearts for £15: https://brewdog.com/products/black-heart-ftlor-special🎟️ Live Show tickets: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/

Feb 21, • 56:12

SOS: Save Our Scrums

SOS: Save Our Scrums

Dan Cole has heard about the USA's plan for scrums and is livid.Meanwhile, Ben Youngs tries to calm him down in an attempt to answer your Six Nations questions...✍️ Subscribe to Coley's newsletter: https://loveofrugby.substack.com/subscribe📺 Watch For The Love Of Rugby on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby🍺 Use code FTLOR to get 12 Black Hearts for £15: https://brewdog.com/products/black-heart-ftlor-special🎟️ Live Show tickets: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-ru

Feb 19, • 52:25

Inside England's Six Nations camp with Ollie Chessum

Inside England's Six Nations camp with Ollie Chessum

Dan Cole and Ben Youngs are joined by special correspondent Ollie Chessum from inside England Rugby's Six Nations camp.We'll take you inside what was said in the moments after the epic win against France, tactical tweaks that have bolstered the English defence, and most importantly which of the current team is the most romantic.✍️ Subscribe to Coley's newsletter: https://loveofrugby.substack.com/subscribe📺 Watch For The Love Of Rugby on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby🍺 Use code F

Feb 17, • 56:10

Who is England’s biggest rival? | Six Nations Q&A

Who is England’s biggest rival? | Six Nations Q&A

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are in the For The Love Of Rugby virtual studio to answer your questions!Can we make a Six Nations Bomb Squad to rival the Springboks 6:2 bench?Who should Wales steal from other nations?And what is rugby learning from football?✍️ Subscribe to Coley's newsletter: https://loveofrugby.substack.com/subscribe🩸 Use code FTLOR to get 20% off your first Thriva blood test: http://thriva.co/📺 Watch For The Love Of Rugby on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby🍺 Use code

Feb 14, • 51:05

Gatland Gone | Emergency Squidgecast as Wales change coach during Six Nations

Gatland Gone | Emergency Squidgecast as Wales change coach during Six Nations

Squidge Rugby and Ben Youngs assemble an emergency podcast on another dramatic day for Welsh rugby. Warren Gatland is no longer head coach following their 14th defeat in a row, as Matt Sherratt is put in charge. Ben will tell you what it’s like to lose a coach mid-season, and Squidge tries to sum up how this impacts Gatland’s legacy. Plus what can Sherratt do differently?💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38To get 20% off your first Thriva bloo

Feb 12, • 32:48

England win at the death & can anyone stop Ireland? | Six Nations Round 2 Review

England win at the death & can anyone stop Ireland? | Six Nations Round 2 Review

Another mega weekend of Men's Six Nations rugby action comes to a close. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole gather in the virtual For The Love Of Rugby studio to analyse England's last-minute win over France, Ireland's clinical bonus-point victory in Scotland, and we ask where next for Welsh rugby?📺 Watch For The Love Of Rugby on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby🍺 Use code FTLOR to get 12 Black Hearts for £15: https://brewdog.com/products/black-heart-ftlor-special🎟️ Live Show tickets: https:

Feb 10, • 1:14:33

The Best Weekend of the Six Nations

The Best Weekend of the Six Nations

Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson look ahead to possibly the best weekend of Six Nations rugby imaginable as Wales travel to Rome, England host France, and Scotland face Ireland.📺 Watch For The Love Of Rugby on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby🍺 Use code FTLOR to get 12 Black Hearts for £15: https://brewdog.com/products/black-heart-ftlor-special🎟️ Live Show tickets: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-live🤑 Win money for your rugby club: https://forms.gle/9PrSEo

Feb 7, • 1:03:55

Accusations of bias! Are we too close to England? | Six Nations Q&A

Accusations of bias! Are we too close to England? | Six Nations Q&A

Are Ben and Dan being too nice about England’s performance in Dublin? Why are rugby teams named so early in the week? And why does Coley hate wingers? We've been inundated with questions and comments since the start of the Six Nations, so this is our attempt at getting through as many as possible. 💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38To get 20% off your first Thriva blood test, click here: thriva.co Use the code LOVEOFRUGBYGet tickets for our live shows

Feb 5, • 46:30

England promising but Ireland show class, hat-trick Huw saves Scotland & France cruise past brave Wales | Six Nations Round 1 Review

England promising but Ireland show class, hat-trick Huw saves Scotland & France cruise past brave Wales | Six Nations Round 1 Review

Dan Cole and Ben Youngs are in the virtual For The Love Of Rugby studio to review an enthralling opening weekend of Men's Six Nations rugby. And, most importantly, Eddie Jones's hat.📺 Watch For The Love Of Rugby on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby🍺 Use code FTLOR to get 12 Black Hearts for £15: https://brewdog.com/products/black-heart-ftlor-special🎟️ Live Show tickets: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-live🤑 Win money for your rugby club: https://forms.gl

Feb 2, • 1:18:12

England to target Predergast, Scottish Slam rests on Russell, and do Wales have any hope? | Six Nations Round 1 Preview

England to target Predergast, Scottish Slam rests on Russell, and do Wales have any hope? | Six Nations Round 1 Preview

Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson gather in the virtual For The Love Of Rugby studio on the eve of the Men's Six Nations to look forward to a mouthwatering first round of action.What does Sam Prendergast bring to Ireland and how will England target him?Has Sione Tuipulotu's injury ruined Scotland's Grand Slam hopes before the tournament has begun?Do Wales have any chance against a France side with returning superstars Antoine Dupont & Romain Ntamack?📺 Watch For The Love Of Rugby on YouTube: https:/

Jan 31, • 1:06:28

For The Love Of Dublin: Meteorology, greenhouses and Coley's 28" neck

For The Love Of Dublin: Meteorology, greenhouses and Coley's 28" neck

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole have been to Dublin more than your average city-breaker. They've also played more international rugby, driven through Dublin by coach and drank more pints with Rory Best than your average city-breaker too. That's why we've decided to bring you our Guide to Dublin. From travel restrictions (thanks Coley) to best places to bump into Louis Walsh, we've got you covered. Oh, and they also talk about what it's like playing Ireland at the Aviva Stadium in front of 50,000 fans.📺

Jan 29, • 36:43

The Big Fat Quiz of the Six Nations

The Big Fat Quiz of the Six Nations

Dan "The Beast" Cole hosts Squidge Rugby, Max Brown, Anthony Watson, and Ben Youngs in the greatest Six Nations quiz of all time.📺 Watch For The Love Of Rugby on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby🍺 Use code FTLOR to get 12 Black Hearts for £15: https://brewdog.com/products/black-heart-ftlor-special🎟️ Live Show tickets: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-live🤑 Win money for your rugby club: https://forms.gle/9PrSEohCYiLB4D9R6📹 Send us your rugby videos: http

Jan 27, • 1:12:36

For The Love Of Ilona Maher: The World’s Biggest Rugby Star

For The Love Of Ilona Maher: The World’s Biggest Rugby Star

The world’s biggest rugby star Ilona Maher joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole in the For The Love Of Rugby studio.The Olympic medalist reveals how she handles the pressure of being a rugby icon, the legacy she wants to leave in the game, and why Coley is the most popular rugby player in the USA.Get tickets for our live shows: https://rb.gy/edowu9Get 12 cans of Black Heart for £15: brewdog.com/loveofrugbyIf you want to nominate your local club to take part in our new game, here is the link: https://fo

Jan 23, • 49:05

The Big Six Nations Preview | With Conor Murray, Liam Williams and Squidge Rugby

The Big Six Nations Preview | With Conor Murray, Liam Williams and Squidge Rugby

Ben Youngs, Dan Cole and Anthony Watson bring you their ultimate guide to the 2025 Six Nations Championship. Is it now or never for Scotland? Five-time Six Nations winner Conor Murray joins us as he prepares for an Ireland camp without Andy Farrell, Liam Williams tells us some of the young Wales players are too quiet and Squidge Rugby tips France to potentially win a grand slam. Plus England have a new captain in Maro Itoje, but they also have one of their most important players back as they bid

Jan 20, • 1:15:34

Anthony Watson Retires From Rugby | My Career In My Words

Anthony Watson Retires From Rugby | My Career In My Words

One of England's greatest-ever wingers Anthony Watson joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole to announce his retirement from rugby.A five Test capped British & Irish Lion who made pivotal contributions in the series against New Zealand in 2017 and South Africa in 2021, Ant retires having won 56 England caps scoring 23 tries, leaving him 8th on the all-time top try scoring list.Ant will be joining For The Love Of Rugby throughout the Men’s Six Nations to provide the best analysis of rugby’s greatest champ

Jan 17, • 32:09

Has Coley played his last game for England? | Six Nations squad reaction

Has Coley played his last game for England? | Six Nations squad reaction

Dan Cole joins Ben Youngs to react to the news of his omission from Steve Borthwick's England Rugby squad for the 2025 Men's Six Nations.The pair analyse the reasons behind Maro Itoje replacing Jamie George as captain, why Ben Spencer can feel hard done by, and what we can expect from an exciting new crop of players including Tom Willis, Caden Murley and Oscar Beard.🍺 Come to our BrewDog pub quiz: https://drink.brewdog.com/uk/rugby-quiz🎟️ Live Show tickets: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events

Jan 16, • 44:07

Joe Marler: The Real Reason Why I Retired

Joe Marler: The Real Reason Why I Retired

Joe Marler drops by the For The Love Of Rugby studio to tell Ben Youngs and Dan Cole about life after retiring as an England rugby player.We learn about the real reason he called time on his international career, his final game for Harlequins, and his new role as Performance Director of Team England Rugby. Yep, we're surprised too.Listen to Joe's podcast, Things People Do: https://podfollow.com/thingspeoplepod🥼 To find out more about Thriva and personalised blood testing, go to https://thriva.c

Jan 13, • 55:15

The Oldest Swinger in Leicester

The Oldest Swinger in Leicester

Fresh from their back-to-back last-minute tries for Leicester Tigers, Dan Cole & Ben Youngs battle flood and snow to reconvene and relive some vintage Premiership Rugby antics.Plus, we pay tribute to the latest entrant to Jamie George who enters the 300 Club, receive some questionable fan art, and take inspiration from Luke Littler to give back to grassroots rugby.🍺 Come to our BrewDog pub quiz: https://drink.brewdog.com/uk/rugby-quiz🎟️ Live Show tickets: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fo

Jan 9, • 50:34

Inside The England Gym | For The Love Of Fitness

Inside The England Gym | For The Love Of Fitness

Who’s the strongest? Who’s the fastest? And who lets genetics do all the work? Strength and conditioning guru Tom Tombleson joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole in studio for a January fitness special that might help you and your teammates out at the start of a new year. Tom was an England coach for a decade and worked with Stuart Lancaster, Eddie Jones and Steve Borthwick at international level. Get tickets for our live shows: https://rb.gy/edowu9Check out our new partners Thriva and get 20% off your

Jan 6, • 1:01:48

The Youngs Manifesto

The Youngs Manifesto

Check out our new partners Thriva and get 20% off your first blood test using the code LOVEOFRUGBY. LINK: thriva.coDan Cole and Ben Youngs start potentially the last calendar year of their professional careers with a blood test. Ben sets out his manifesto in case he’s ever in charge of World Rugby, and then quickly realises it needs more thought. Plus Dan recalls his best ever individual performances - which are 13 years apart.Get tickets for our live shows: https://rb.gy/edowu9If you want to no

Jan 2, • 43:20

For The Love Of 2024 (Part Two)

For The Love Of 2024 (Part Two)

Dan Cole and Ben Youngs review their first year in podcasting, which includes splitting the country in two, recording in New Zealand and Japan and our favourite Freddie Burns story. In this episode you’ll hear from Martin Johnson, Courtney Lawes, Handre Pollard and Michael Cheika plus the best of Ben’s tales from the memoirs of a former England player.Get tickets for our live shows: https://rb.gy/edowu9If you want to nominate your local club to take part in our new game, here is the link: https:

Dec 30, 2024 • 1:03:00

For The Love Of 2024 (Part One)

For The Love Of 2024 (Part One)

Dan Cole and Ben Youngs review their first year in podcasting, but probably too soon after they come home from the supermarket at Christmas. In this episode, you’ll hear from Ellis Genge, Joe Marler and George Ford as we bring you some of our favourite moments of 2024. Plus there are behind the scenes stories of early records in Ben’s kitchen and the time we managed to not record the best rugby podcast of all time. Get tickets for our live shows: https://rb.gy/edowu9If you want to nomin

Dec 23, 2024 • 1:17:00

Coley's Christmas Caps Game

Coley's Christmas Caps Game

Get tickets for our live shows: https://rb.gy/edowu9Dan Cole and Ben Youngs play Christmas games that could light up your dinner table this festive period. Plus they’ve finally accepted Sam Underhill’s requests to play George Ezra live on stage in Bath.Vote for us at the Sports Podcast Awards: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-rugby-podcast/If you want to nominate your local club to take part in our new game, here is the link: https://forms.gle/9PrSEohCYiLB4D9R6Subscribe to

Dec 19, 2024 • 31:58

Bonus Bill And The Grassroots Saviour

Bonus Bill And The Grassroots Saviour

What do rugby players do at Christmas? Ben Youngs and Dan Cole bring you the first of two Christmas episodes this festive season. They crack open the chocolates, talk you through pigs and blanket at the club, parties, karaoke, Secret Santa and the fact that George Chuter dressed up as Father Christmas every year. Plus Ben wins some money for a club to go on tour. If you want to nominate your local club to take part in our new game, here is the link: https://forms.gle/9PrSEohCYiLB4D9R6Get tickets

Dec 16, 2024 • 33:03

The Highway Cole

The Highway Cole

It’s been a while since Dan Cole ranted about traffic or his fellow motorists, but he’s back with a bang in this episode. Ben Youngs goes through the best of your listener questions, and they pick an all-time Premiership XV with only one representative from each club. Nominate your local rugby club to potentially win money here: https://forms.gle/9PrSEohCYiLB4D9R6Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krV

Dec 12, 2024 • 40:49

For The Love Of Rucks | The History Of The Breakdown

For The Love Of Rucks | The History Of The Breakdown

Get tickets for our live shows: https://rb.gy/edowu9In this episode, Dan Cole and Ben Youngs deliver a short history of the breakdown, from chaos to violence, right through to the modern day. What does a ruck sound like? Has Ben ever won a turnover penalty? And does Dan deserve to be called The Ruck Inspector? This is the definitive guide to rucking. Nominate your local rugby club to potentially win money here: https://forms.gle/9PrSEohCYiLB4D9R6Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.

Dec 9, 2024 • 47:13

Joe Marler Answers Your Questions | Jelly Babies And Fighting Faf

Joe Marler Answers Your Questions | Jelly Babies And Fighting Faf

Nominate your local rugby club here: https://forms.gle/9PrSEohCYiLB4D9R6In this episode, Joe Marler returns to the FTLOR studio to answer your questions. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole spend most of the episode giggling or confused as Joe contemplates how many jelly babies he can eat in 10 minutes, and queries the legitimacy of every message that gets sent in. He’s also desperate to get the train home. Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-dr

Dec 5, 2024 • 55:31

Fish Finger Beds & Corporate Crufts | Life On The Road

Fish Finger Beds & Corporate Crufts | Life On The Road

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole take their podcast kit to Manchester to document a weekend as Premiership rugby players. They room together, share maltesers and give you an hour by hour guide to away games. Which is mainly just eating. Ben takes part in a Crufts-style event for Topps Tiles, Pat Lam’s one thousand touches sounds exhausting, and there is no neat way of eating popcorn. Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightSubscribe to

Dec 2, 2024 • 51:47

Splitting England In Two

Splitting England In Two

Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightAfter splitting England in two, Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are friends again. They’re here to answer your questions, which include: What would the Lions team be if you could only pick props?They look ahead to Ireland against Australia and Dan gives the inside story of the final Sunday in England camp, and another killer question from George Martin. Official Insights provided by Sage. Subscr

Nov 28, 2024 • 43:49

England Finally Win | Can they play like Scotland?

England Finally Win | Can they play like Scotland?

Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson review England’s final game of the Autumn Nations Series as they finally get a win by beating Japan at Twickenham. Scotland entertain and make a real statement against Australia, while the misery continues for Wales as they lose every single game in 2024.Official Insights provided by Sage. Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightSubscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOf

Nov 25, 2024 • 1:01:11

Our Guide To Australia | Picking The Combined Wallaby-Lions XV

Our Guide To Australia | Picking The Combined Wallaby-Lions XV

This episode is brought to you by SportsBreaks - an Official sub-agent of the Lions Tour. They have a range of packages available which all include official tickets for your chosen matches, hand-picked hotel stays plus a complimentary Lions jersey. To get £150 off, use the code FTLOR when you buy any package.

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Nov 21, 2024 • 44:17

The KOKO Collab: Wallabies On Tour | From Nando's To Monaco

The KOKO Collab: Wallabies On Tour | From Nando's To Monaco

Ben Youngs hangs out with Adam Ashley-Cooper, Drew Mitchell, Matt Giteau and The Prof in the first week of their UK tour. The lads are already losing their voices after hitting Cardiff pretty hard over the weekend.If you want more, go to https://www.kickoffsandkickons.com/Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightSign up to have a chance of winning a mini-keg of our beer in collaboration with People’s Captain: https://peoplescap

Nov 20, 2024 • 41:05

Coley Gets Grilled

Coley Gets Grilled

Dan Cole is back from inside the England camp to answer Ben's probing questions on why England lost again at Twickenham. And he's coming out firing.His rants include why England threw to the front of the line-out so much, why they kicked for the corner and he defends questions over England's 'experience'.Our Autumn Nations Series Insights are provided by Sage.Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightSign up to have a chance of

Nov 19, 2024 • 47:56

England Lose Again | South Africa Too Good | What Next?

England Lose Again | South Africa Too Good | What Next?

Is it a crisis? England have lost five games in a row as South Africa become the latest team to win at Twickenham this Autumn. Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson review the weekend’s games and tell you what it’s like to be charged down by Eben Etzabeth and beaten one-on-one by Cheslin Kolbe.Wales get hammered by Australia, France and New Zealand put on a classic, and we ask whether the Ireland team is too old?Our Autumn Nations Series Insights are provided by Sage.Get tickets for our live shows: http

Nov 18, 2024 • 1:04:44

Can England beat the Boks?

Can England beat the Boks?

Do Test matches get any tougher than this? Boks Office legend Shimmie (Hanyani Shimange) and World Cup winning captain John Smit join Ben Youngs in London to preview England’s game against the Springboks. To watch the Boks Office podcast, go to YouTube and search Boks Office.Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightSign up to have a chance of winning a mini-keg of our beer in collaboration with People’s Captain: https://peoples

Nov 14, 2024 • 53:17

In Defence Of The Blitz | Coley In Camp

In Defence Of The Blitz | Coley In Camp

Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightDan Cole speaks to Ben Youngs from inside the England camp. Does he blame Ben for the Australian performance on Saturday? What’s the mood in camp? And we ask him to offer some perspective on England’s blitz defence.Sign up to have a chance of winning a mini-keg of our beer in collaboration with People’s Captain: https://peoplescaptain.co.uk/Subscribe to our new YouTube channel:

Nov 12, 2024 • 40:57

Humble Pie Anyone? | Australia beat England in a thriller

Humble Pie Anyone? | Australia beat England in a thriller

Ben Youngs was very wrong. Anthony Watson helps him review round two of the Autumn Nations Series, and eat an enormous slice of humble pie as England lose to Australia at Twickenham. Anthony is £50 richer after the All Blacks beat Ireland in Dublin, and there are questions for Wales who lose to Fiji and end up with Sam Costelow accidentally on the wing for 47 minutes.Plus, South Africa show off potentially the greatest bench in the history of rugby.Our Autumn Nations Series Insights are brought

Nov 11, 2024 • 1:06:26

Eddie Jones and his “Untouchables”

Eddie Jones and his “Untouchables”

England are due a win, and Australia are next up at the stadium formerly known as Twickenham. Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson preview a huge round in the Autumn Nations Series as South Africa take on Scotland and New Zealand play Ireland in Dublin on a Friday night.After some explosive quotes in Danny Care’s book we also ask if Eddie Jones’s England environment was toxic. Were the players afraid of him? And was Ben on a list of untouchable players?Our Autumn Nations Series Insights are br

Nov 8, 2024 • 46:52

The Top 10 Wingers In The World Right Now

The Top 10 Wingers In The World Right Now

Ben Youngs ranks his top wingers in the world, and has Springbok legend Bryan Habana to back up his selections. Is there anyone better than Cheslin Kolbe? How many All Blacks are on the list? Who is the best winger in Britain and Ireland? And where would you put James Lowe?Our Autumn Nations Series Insights are brought to you by Sage.Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightSubscribe to our new YouTube channel: https:/

Nov 6, 2024 • 37:20

Coley In Camp: Farewell Marler and rooming with G-Ford

Coley In Camp: Farewell Marler and rooming with G-Ford

Dan Cole is podcasting from a very hot room in England camp as he joins Ben in his virtual studio. Coley gives us an insight into what was said after the game, his old roommate's departure and sticks up for his new room-mate George Ford.He also gets an update from the outside world as Ben's fitness is questioned after the weekend's corporate gigs and sampling our very own FTLOR beer.Official insights provided by Sage.Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fo

Nov 5, 2024 • 53:28

England lose again to New Zealand | Rockstar Sititi | Darcy's footwork and the ultimate player

England lose again to New Zealand | Rockstar Sititi | Darcy's footwork and the ultimate player

Are England getting closer? Was this their big chance? Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson break down New Zealand’s dramatic win at Twickenham, which saw George Ford miss a last second drop goal to clinch the game.They also explain the new box kick rule, heap praise on Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and Mark Tele’a and tell us who Dan Carter thinks is a future All Blacks captain. Plus Ben uses Sage Insights to build his ultimate player from the opening weekend of the Autumn Nations Series. Official ins

Nov 4, 2024 • 54:55

Barrett starts at 10 | Can England overpower the All Blacks?

Barrett starts at 10 | Can England overpower the All Blacks?

Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson react to the news that Beauden Barrett is back at outside-half for New Zealand at Twickenham on Saturday. They ponder whether the England pack can overpower the All Blacks, and ask if George Ford will win the game from the bench.Our Autumn Nations Series insights are brought to you by Sage.Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightSubscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOf

Nov 1, 2024 • 36:14

England v New Zealand | Spencer starts, Manu memories and the 20 minute red card

England v New Zealand | Spencer starts, Manu memories and the 20 minute red card

Dan Cole takes a break from England camp to speak to Ben Youngs about playing New Zealand on Saturday. Ben Spencer starts at scrum-half, there’s potential for a new 20 minute red card and Coley takes us down memory lane as he lists off the great All Blacks he’s faced at Twickenham. Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightSubscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby📹 Send us your rugby videos: htt

Oct 30, 2024 • 41:28

The Big Autumn Preview | Handre Pollard returns

The Big Autumn Preview | Handre Pollard returns

Dan Cole, Ben Youngs and Handre Pollard look ahead to the Autumn Nations Series, with two of them set to play international rugby and one of them gearing up for a month of corporate hospitality at the stadium formerly known as Twickenham.How many games will England win? What makes Rassie Erasmus the best coach in the world? And will this be the last time Coley plays for his country?Our Autumn Nations Series coverage is sponsored by Sage.Get tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/e

Oct 28, 2024 • 56:49

Firkin Hell! Mysterious gatecrasher hijacks our Q&A episode

Firkin Hell! Mysterious gatecrasher hijacks our Q&A episode

Get your tickets for our live shows: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightOur top secret location has been infiltrated by a mysterious figure from Ben and Dan’s past with an urgent update to share.He's here to tell his side of the story after drinking 200 espressos, losing his Mercedes in floodwater in Leicester, and the infamous Christmas-tree gate.And FTLOR is now a beer! Go to https://peoplescaptain.co.uk/ to find out more about their mission.Subscribe

Oct 24, 2024 • 57:20

The Real George Martin | World Exclusive

The Real George Martin | World Exclusive

Who is George Martin? What does he stand for? What defines him as a man?England’s second row enforcer is known for his blue scrum cap and superb beard, but do we really know anything about him? This is the definitive George Martin interview that people will be quoting for years.He played for England at nineteen, lived in America as a child, does more analysis than most forwards we’ve ever met. Plus he is madly in love with Dan Cole, so he’s got great taste too. Get tickets to the FTLOR

Oct 21, 2024 • 53:45

The England Strategy | What is the masterplan?

The England Strategy | What is the masterplan?

What is the strategy at the very top of English rugby? Conor O’Shea is Executive Director of Performance Rugby at the RFU, but what does that mean?The former Harlequins and Italy coach joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole to answer some big questions. How do we get young players more game time? Who holds him accountable? And do we really think Nick Easter was making notes on his phone? Get tickets to our first ever live show: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-d

Oct 17, 2024 • 1:02:04

For The Love Of Scrums | Joe Marler Returns

For The Love Of Scrums | Joe Marler Returns

Joe Marler, Dan Cole and Ben Youngs deliver the definitive guide to scrummaging. How does a collapsed scrum feel? What are the dark arts? And how plastic bags can help props avoid herpes?Get tickets to our first ever live show: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightSubscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: h

Oct 14, 2024 • 52:06

How will the Lions play? | Squidge Rugby Special

How will the Lions play? | Squidge Rugby Special

Ben Youngs, Dan Cole and Squidge Rugby pick their all-star coaching line-up for next year’s British and Irish Lions tour to Australia. They try and work out how Andy Farrell’s side will play, how much of the Irish system he’ll be able to implement in a short space of time, and whether Felix Jones can coach the attack, defence or be on tour at all.Get tickets to our first ever live show: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightSubscribe to our new YouTube cha

Oct 10, 2024 • 38:59

Saints Swagger and Mastering the Blitz | For The Love Of Tommy Freeman

Saints Swagger and Mastering the Blitz | For The Love Of Tommy Freeman

England and Northampton Saints winger Tommy Freeman joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole in the studio. He opens up about the relationships between the young England stars in the Saints backline, what George Furbank is like as captain, and why he loves an aerial battle. There’s a great chat about why playing 13 is so difficult, and Tommy tells us what he really thought of England’s blitz defence when he first started learning it. Get tickets to our first ever live show: https://fkpscorpioent.c

Oct 7, 2024 • 43:48

If Coley was a dog...

If Coley was a dog...

Get tickets to our first ever live show: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightIn this episode, Ben Youngs and Dan Cole ask who is the best pound for pound big hitter in rugby. What are the perfect conditions to play in? Would Coley take a drop goal to end his career? Would he grow a ginger moustache? And what dog would he be, if for some reason he had to be a dog?Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby📹 Send us your rug

Oct 3, 2024 • 42:43

Whose Try Is It Anyway?

Whose Try Is It Anyway?

Get tickets to our first ever live show: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightIn this episode, Ben Youngs and Dan Cole ask if a pre-match playlist can kill the mood of an entire stadium, while also pondering whether they can claim a try that probably isn’t theirs. England have a new defence coach, South Africa win the Rugby Championship for the first time in five years, Christian Wade socres a hat-trick and Coley has a rant at wingers who don’t k

Sep 30, 2024 • 43:11

For The Love Of Rugby LIVE | All Tickets Now On Sale

For The Love Of Rugby LIVE | All Tickets Now On Sale

Here’s the link you need: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightPresale is over. General sale has started, which means all tickets are now on sale. You don’t need any codes. Come and enjoy the FTLOR Draft live in London.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 27, 2024 • 0:57

For The Love Of Cheika | The Laughter and the Axe

For The Love Of Cheika | The Laughter and the Axe

The new Leicester Tigers coach Michael Cheika joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole to tell them what he expects from his players this season. It’s a leadership masterclass from one of the best coaches in world rugby, who also has business advice and a story about Beyonce. Want tickets for our first ever live show? Click this link from 10am on Thursday: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightSubscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Lo

Sep 25, 2024 • 1:25:58

Tickets On Sale 10am: Our First Ever Live Show

Tickets On Sale 10am: Our First Ever Live Show

Get your tickets: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/for-the-love-of-rugby-presents-draft-nightCome to our first ever live show. The presale code, for podcast listeners only, is THB. Get your tickets on Thursday. At 10am. Not before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 25, 2024 • 2:32

Cheika's impact subs and their soggy pants

Cheika's impact subs and their soggy pants

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are off the bench and back from Exeter after winning their opening game of the season. Michael Cheika has a winning start, the Leicester team bus sounds great, and Ben gives his wet pants to an unlucky fan.There’s detailed analysis of their pre-match routine, and round five of the Rugby Championship as Argentina beat South Africa.Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVX

Sep 23, 2024 • 45:08

Hey Daggee! How many English Lions will there be?

Hey Daggee! How many English Lions will there be?

Ben Youngs shoots back at All Blacks legend Israel Dagg, Dan Cole doesn’t like the idea of a British and Irish league and the FTLOR listeners have some great questions ahead of the new season. Should prop Doug be allowed to eat KFC as a pre-match meal? Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https:/

Sep 19, 2024 • 46:21

For The Love Of Martin Johnson | Lions, leadership and the NFL

For The Love Of Martin Johnson | Lions, leadership and the NFL

It’s a Lions year, and Dan Cole and Ben Youngs have invited two-time captain Martin Johnson into the studio. He talks 1997’s Living With Lions, his regrets over not winning the series in Australia in 2001, and why he still loves rugby as much as he ever did.There are stories from England’s World Cup winning side, plus tips for you to use at any level. It’s the best Martin Johnson interview you’ve heard in ages, even if he and Coley go on a 15 minute tangent about American Football.Subsc

Sep 16, 2024 • 1:13:16

Half-backs and half times | George Ford on the perfect 9-10 partnership

Half-backs and half times | George Ford on the perfect 9-10 partnership

What's the secret to a successful half-back combination? George Ford joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole to chat telepathic relationships, how you design a gameplan in your local Costa, and why the Monday morning review meeting can get in the bin.They also discuss why the half time teamtalk is so hard to get right.Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https:

Sep 12, 2024 • 46:24

How bad are Australia?

How bad are Australia?

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole review Australia’s record defeat to Argentina and ask if they’re good enough to play the Lions next summer? There’s another clash between South Africa and New Zealand, plus a discussion about England’s new ‘enhanced contracts’, what they mean and how they will work. Plus your emails and a story about Steve Borthwick having to sing happy birthday. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.

Sep 8, 2024 • 40:12

For The Love Of Joe Marler: My friend wants 100 caps

For The Love Of Joe Marler: My friend wants 100 caps

England prop Joe Marler joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole in the studio. He’ll tell you why he loves Steve Borthwick, collisions and maintaining mass. To listen to Joe’s podcast (Things People Do), click here: https://podfollow.com/thingspeoplepodSubscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugby📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://

Sep 5, 2024 • 57:02

Springboks, All Blacks and Jag-Wahs

Springboks, All Blacks and Jag-Wahs

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole take a break from the Oasis queue to review the latest clash between South Africa and New Zealand in the Rugby Championship. There’s a guide to taking down a driving maul, the latest on Louis Rees-Zammit’s NFL adventure as he joins the Jacksonville Jaguars, and an honest chat about how you replace a world class defence coach. Oh and Dan’s parents have just started watching Game of Thrones. Not awkward at all. Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@

Sep 2, 2024 • 51:30

I’ve got DOMS in every part of my body | Pre-Season Special

I’ve got DOMS in every part of my body | Pre-Season Special

Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LoveOfRugbyHow’s your pre-season going? In this episode, Dan Cole and Ben Youngs have tips for your pre-season, your best stories and tales of their own fitness camps in Portugal, the East Midlands and beyond.📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rugby📊 St

Aug 27, 2024 • 48:49

Fortress Eden Park, Springbok flair & Coley's Big Fat Quiz of the Year

Fortress Eden Park, Springbok flair & Coley's Big Fat Quiz of the Year

This episode contains huge spoilers for fans of Winston Churchill and World War Two. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are back together to review another weekend of Rugby Championship games, and answer your questionsHow do we feel about Twickenham changing its name? How do you tell the difference between the Curry twins? And what laws we would like to throw in the bin ahead of the new season? Plus there’s a quiz! Who doesn’t enjoy a quiz?📺 Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtu

Aug 19, 2024 • 55:16

Argentina beat New Zealand, Olympics fever and Portugal in a heatwave

Argentina beat New Zealand, Olympics fever and Portugal in a heatwave

The Rugby Championship is underway and Argentina go and beat the All Blacks in New Zealand. South Africa hammer Australia, Ben embarks on potentially his last pre-season camp and Dan breaks down which swimming strokes are necessary.📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rugby📊 Stats provided by Opta 🎶 Music courtesy o

Aug 12, 2024 • 46:40

Top 10 Stadiums | The best place in the world to play rugby

Top 10 Stadiums | The best place in the world to play rugby

What is the best rugby stadium in the world? The Stade de France is having a great Olympics, but is it no.1 on our list? Ben Youngs and Dan Cole countdown their favourite rugby venues based on the standard of dressing room, atmosphere, history and how easy they are to commute to.📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-l

Aug 5, 2024 • 45:12

Lineout Codes and Welly Wanging

Lineout Codes and Welly Wanging

“You can welly a welly but you can’t wang a wang” - Those are the wise words of Dan Cole in this question and answer episode with his great mate Ben Youngs. England’s most capped men answer your questions, which include: Why is Joe Marler so cringey? What’s the strangest thing you’ve ever seen in a scrum? And how quickly can a new coach make an impact?📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSF

Aug 1, 2024 • 42:57

The FTLOR Guide To Negotiating Contracts

The FTLOR Guide To Negotiating Contracts

How do rugby contracts work? This is our most requested episode, and features stories about Jonny Wilkinson, Steve Borthwick, Sam Burgess, Richard Cockerill, Steve Diamond and more. Simon Cohen has sat on both sides of the negotiating table, and has had to deal with Ben Youngs and Dan Cole when they want more money. Oh and next time you’re in Nando’s, do look out for England internationals securing their long term future, probably between free refills.📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.

Jul 28, 2024 • 50:33

Stuff Ben Said & Coley's scrap with Johnny Sexton

Stuff Ben Said & Coley's scrap with Johnny Sexton

On today's podcast, Dan Cole gets his hand on a book full of Ben Youngs' most daft quotes. The pair also remember the time they had a very awkward encounter with Gareth Southgate and did Coley really get in a fight with Johnny Sexton on the British & Irish Lions tour?📖 Buy a copy of Stuff Ben Said: https://matthampsonfoundation.org/product/stuff-ben-said-by-tom-croft-george-chuter/📧 Send us an email: mailto:rugby@crowdnetwork.co.uk 💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle

Jul 25, 2024 • 42:12

Dan flies home, Ben has heart surgery

Dan flies home, Ben has heart surgery

England’s most capped men are back together, and Ben Youngs reveals he’s been in hospital for a heart operation that involved his groin. Who did Dan sit next to on his flight home from New Zealand? Did George Martin understand Oppenheimer? And which England players were still drunk when they arrived at Auckland airport?📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: http

Jul 22, 2024 • 45:06

Ford and Youngs: Why England want to keep Sinfield, Frawley's drop goals and Ben picks his Lions XV

Ford and Youngs: Why England want to keep Sinfield, Frawley's drop goals and Ben picks his Lions XV

George Ford is back in his tactics bunker for his latest episode with ex-England team-mate Ben Youngs. They discuss how Ciaran Frawley managed Ireland over the line in Durban, the history of the cross-field kick, how you make an impact from the bench and they tell you why Kevin Sinfield is so valuable to the England team.  📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7 💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38 💗 Buy a bobble hat: https:

Jul 17, 2024 • 42:38

Will England have regrets? Ireland beat South Africa | Second Test Analysis

Will England have regrets? Ireland beat South Africa | Second Test Analysis

Did England miss an opportunity to make Eden Park history? Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson break down the second test against New Zealand and another narrow defeat for Dan Cole's England.  There's drama in Durban as Ireland beat world champions South Africa with the last kick of the game, Wales have turned themselves into driving maul experts and we ask if Beauden Barrett can be player of the series when he only played twenty minutes in each game.  📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle

Jul 13, 2024 • 47:38

Ford and Youngs: How England win at Eden Park

Ford and Youngs: How England win at Eden Park

George Ford and Ben Youngs get stuck into the big tactical topics. They build an England game plan to beat New Zealand at Eden Park, explain the growing influence of George Furbank and tell you how Marcus Smith will be feeling this week.  They talk about the way Joe Schmidt will try and rebuild Australia, and suggest that Ireland need to score more quickly against South Africa this weekend.  📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7 💭 Got a question for us? Fill in thi

Jul 10, 2024 • 48:37

Coley’s NZ Diary: Cheesecake and Churchill

Coley’s NZ Diary: Cheesecake and Churchill

Dan Cole reads about Winston Churchill and hangs out with Lemar. That’s the sort of man we’re dealing with. In this episode, he chats to Ben Youngs about his four days in Dunedin for England’s first test against New Zealand, and bemoans a lack of late night cheesecake. 📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rug

Jul 9, 2024 • 36:29

Should England have beaten New Zealand? | First Test Analysis

Should England have beaten New Zealand? | First Test Analysis

Anthony Watson joins Ben Youngs to break down England’s first test against New Zealand in Dunedin. There were so many positives, but what could they have done differently in the last 20 minutes?We also cover Ireland’s first test of their summer series against South Africa, and the latest defeat for Wales in Australia. 📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https

Jul 8, 2024 • 49:55

Marcus v McKenzie as England face the All Blacks | Whitelock, Watson & Youngs preview

Marcus v McKenzie as England face the All Blacks | Whitelock, Watson & Youngs preview

Sam Whitelock and Anthony Watson join the pod for the ultimate preview as England face New Zealand in the first test in Dunedin on Saturday. We’ll tell you why Damian McKenzie is the new All Black fly-half, what Scott “Razor” Robertson will bring in his first game as head coach, and how England can defeat New Zealand in their own back yard. Try MANUAL with a 45% discount: https://www.manual.co/testosterone-replacement-therapy/initial-testosterone-blood-test?coupon=FTLOR45&utm_source=podcast&utm

Jul 4, 2024 • 48:49

The FTLOR Guide To New Zealand: Don’t mention Queenstown

The FTLOR Guide To New Zealand: Don’t mention Queenstown

Dan Cole is the last man standing from England’s disastrous tour of New Zealand for the 2011 World Cup. In this episode, he joins Ben Youngs for the inside story of the time Manu Tuilagi jumped off a boat in Auckland Harbour and THAT night out in Queenstown, which definitely didn’t blow over. And they tell you everything you need to know about Dunedin, home to the first test on Saturday.  Try MANUAL with a 45% discount: https://www.manual.co/testosterone-replacement-therapy/initial-testosterone

Jul 3, 2024 • 32:58

Coley’s NZ diary and Ben’s chat with Cheika

Coley’s NZ diary and Ben’s chat with Cheika

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole react to the news that Michael Cheika is now in charge of Leicester Tigers. Coley is in Auckland where England players have been fishing, and training hard ahead of the first test against New Zealand.Try MANUAL with a 45% discount: https://www.manual.co/testosterone-replacement-therapy/initial-testosterone-blood-test?coupon=FTLOR45&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=sspn&utm_campaign=ForTheLoveofRugby📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V

Jul 1, 2024 • 39:04

South Africa v Ireland, fighting Faf and how to knock England out | Handre Pollard Q&A

South Africa v Ireland, fighting Faf and how to knock England out | Handre Pollard Q&A

Handre Pollard joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole in the studio to answer your questions submitted in our recent Reddit AMA!Do the Springboks ever fight in training? How did he learn to become one of the all-time great kickers? And what is he expecting when Ireland come to South Africa next week?Try MANUAL with a 45% discount: https://www.manual.co/testosterone-replacement-therapy/initial-testosterone-blood-test?coupon=FTLOR45&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=sspn&utm_campaign=ForTh

Jun 27, 2024 • 53:19

How the best teams play | Squidge Rugby Special

How the best teams play | Squidge Rugby Special

How do England beat New Zealand? How will South Africa play against Ireland? And what even is this Australian side?Rugby’s biggest YouTuber Squidge Rugby joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole ahead of the summer series for a tactics special. You’ll come away with enough information to sound really knowledgable in the pub with your mates.Check out Squidge Rugby on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SquidgeRugbyTry AG1 with a free welcome kit using our link: https://drinkag1.com/loverugby📹 Send

Jun 25, 2024 • 50:17

Coley’s Japan tour diary: Godzilla, reuniting with Yoshi & magic ear rubs

Coley’s Japan tour diary: Godzilla, reuniting with Yoshi & magic ear rubs

Mere hours after Dan Cole and Ben Youngs played international games on opposite sides of the world, the pair are reunited on the pod - all for the love of rugby.Coley takes us inside the England camp after their emphatic victory over Japan and, more importantly, teaches us the secret of his magic penalty try-saving ear-rubbing trick.After an unforgettable week with the BaaBaas, Ben gives us the rundown of his pink-socked cameo at Twickenham and how his old mate Danny Care stitched him u

Jun 24, 2024 • 38:08

Bring on the All Blacks! England beat Japan in Tokyo | Analysis

Bring on the All Blacks! England beat Japan in Tokyo | Analysis

Marcus Smith was very impressive, but what about Coley as England’s last line of defence? Ben Youngs and Anthony Watson review the fastest opening 12 minutes they’ve seen in a long time, analyse England’s best tries and ask if any changes should be made for the first test in New Zealand.  Try AG1 with a free welcome kit using our link: https://drinkag1.com/loverugby 📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7 💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4

Jun 22, 2024 • 41:07

Inside the Barbarians with Sam Whitelock | Plus Youngs & Care preview England

Inside the Barbarians with Sam Whitelock | Plus Youngs & Care preview England

Ben Youngs has been selected to play for rugby’s most famous club - the Barbarians! Of course he’s taken his microphone to give you the inside story about what happens when you assemble a team of 23 of the world’s greatest players for the most sociable week in rugby. Hear from the most-capped All Black of all time, Sam Whitelock, on the eve of his final game of rugby; Scott Sio reveals what it’s like to scrummage against Dan Cole; and Ben catches up with his old mate Danny Care as they

Jun 19, 2024 • 50:29

The FTLOR Guide To Japan: Marler's onsen disaster and reuniting with Eddie Jones

The FTLOR Guide To Japan: Marler's onsen disaster and reuniting with Eddie Jones

Dan Cole is in Tokyo as England prepare to kick off their Summer Series with a test match against Japan. Ben Youngs had an incredible time touring Japan for the 2019 World Cup, so they've delivered one of their famous guide episodes. Get ready for the ultimate toilet experience, sushi making us squeamish, and possibly our greatest Joe Marler story yet.Try AG1 with a free welcome kit using our link: https://drinkag1.com/loverugby📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2kr

Jun 17, 2024 • 41:32

Handre Pollard: How South Africa won back-to-back World Cups

Handre Pollard: How South Africa won back-to-back World Cups

Double World Cup-winning fly-half Handre Pollard joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole in the studio to share how his boot kicked England out of two tournaments. Yes, it still hurts. Handre takes us inside the South Africa camp and tells us everything we’ve ever wanted to know about being a Springbok. What’s Rassie Erasmus really like? What’s the secret of the bomb squad? And how did he become the ultimate big-game player?Try AG1 with a free welcome kit using our link: https://drinkag1.com/love

Jun 13, 2024 • 1:14:15

Northampton are Champions of England | Premiership Final review & awards

Northampton are Champions of England | Premiership Final review & awards

You have to feel for Bath. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole say they were the better side against Northampton, but it's Saints who win a classic Premiership Final at Twickenham. Courtney Lawes gets the dream send-off, Alex Mitchell and Ben Spencer went head to head, Sam Underhill should have been named man of the match, and how will Beno Obano be feeling after his red card?Plus, we announce our Premiership awards. Who makes the FTLOR team of the year? Try AG1 with a free welcome kit using our li

Jun 10, 2024 • 1:00:17

Jonny May's shocking trim & pranking Jamie George | George Ford Q&A

Jonny May's shocking trim & pranking Jamie George | George Ford Q&A

George Ford is back by popular demand! He joins Ben Youngs and Dan Cole in their secret Northern studio to answer YOUR questions…From being kidnapped by the army when on England duty to what it’s really like to be best mates with Jonny May, George lifts the lid on what happens off the pitch when you’re one of rugby’s greats!📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat:

Jun 6, 2024 • 53:15

The FTLOR Guide to the Premiership Final

The FTLOR Guide to the Premiership Final

Ben and Dan have nine Premiership winners medals between them... so who better to take you behind the scenes of the big day?Join them at the team hotel and getting stuck in lifts, join them on the team bus and turning up late to Twickenham, follow them into the changing rooms and of course we'll hear about THAT Freddie Burns drop-goal.📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a

Jun 3, 2024 • 50:10

For The Love Of George Ford: How he runs the England attack

For The Love Of George Ford: How he runs the England attack

England fly-half George Ford is in the studio with Ben Youngs and Dan Cole for probably the best interview he’s ever given. How does he run a test match? How did he mastermind England’s wins over Ireland and Argentina? And how he transformed England’s “clunky” attack into something that excited fans towards the end of the Six Nations.📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a b

May 30, 2024 • 55:43

Jackals, Tackles and Antoine Dupont | Toulouse win the Champions Cup

Jackals, Tackles and Antoine Dupont | Toulouse win the Champions Cup

Ben and Dan give you their take on an incredible Champions Cup final as Toulouse beat Leinster in extra time.Ben enjoys every moment of Dupont's dominant performance, Dan analyses a failed drop-goal attempt and why can't Leinster get over the line?Plus we look ahead to two huge semi-finals in the Premiership this weekend.📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: ht

May 27, 2024 • 53:01

For The Love Of Toulouse: Jack Willis on Champions Cup, Dupont, and his unlimited Nike stash

For The Love Of Toulouse: Jack Willis on Champions Cup, Dupont, and his unlimited Nike stash

What's it like to play for Toulouse? Jack Willis talks to Ben Youngs and Dan Cole ahead of the Champions Cup final against Leinster. They chat Antoine Dupont, life in the South of France and what makes Toulouse such a special club to play for. Plus Dan reveals that he asks team-mates to make him look good in open training sessions in front of his family.  📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7 💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5

May 23, 2024 • 40:15

The FTLOR Guide To End Of Season Socials

The FTLOR Guide To End Of Season Socials

The season is ending for clubs all over England, so Dan Cole and Ben Youngs bring you their definitive guide to the end of season social. What can go wrong? Who pays for it? Why does it always seem to involve a bus trip to London? And why wrestlers seems to be an acceptable form of fancy dress but Book of Mormon isn’t.📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https

May 20, 2024 • 36:04

Did Coley score from 50 yards? And who finishes top four?

Did Coley score from 50 yards? And who finishes top four?

Try-scoring hero Dan Cole counts down the top 10 tries of his career so far, but was one of them really from 50 yards out? At the end of the longest season, Ben Youngs recalls his pre-season sessions that took place nearly a year ago, there’s a discussion about how Gloucester players will be feeling this week after losing by 90 points, and the revelation that Dan’s children would rather go camping than do a lap of the pitch after his final home game of the campaign. 📹 Send us your rugb

May 16, 2024 • 37:22

Siya Kolisi: The mindset of a World Cup winning captain

Siya Kolisi: The mindset of a World Cup winning captain

Want another podcast to listen to? Check out Mind Set Win from Red Bull, with special guest Siya Kolisi.If you like the sound of this episode, click this link: https://podfollow.com/1663301076Listen out for a new episode of Mind Set Win dropping every Tuesday and Thursday with high performance personas including Xavi Simons, Liam Lawson, Saya Sakakibara, Kristian Blummenfelt and many more, all sharing the psychological approaches that have made all the difference in their careers.Host L

May 14, 2024 • 9:41

Our top 10 club sides (this century)

Our top 10 club sides (this century)

Who are the best club sides you’ve ever seen? Ben Youngs and Dan Cole, as rugby historians, count down the top 10 teams of their rugby lives. They’re allowed to pick any side from the year 2000 onwards. Agree, or disagree, let them know your thoughts.📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rugby📊 Stats provided

May 13, 2024 • 46:24

Why are scrum-halves paid less?

Why are scrum-halves paid less?

Won’t somebody think of the hookers! Ben Youngs and Dan Cole have uncovered an injustice as Premiership hookers really aren’t paid enough. They analyse Premiership Rugby’s salary cap report, imagine Mike Brown’s presentation on rugby values, ask how tall a back row needs to be and answer more of your best questions. Plus Ben is dressed up, but not for Dan’s birthday. To donate to The Long Run, click here: https://shorturl.at/jmDH6📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2

May 9, 2024 • 39:16

Toulouse, Leinster and Toby the Tortoise | Champions Cup semi-finals

Toulouse, Leinster and Toby the Tortoise | Champions Cup semi-finals

Leinster and Toulouse set up a dream Champions Cup final as Northampton and Harlequins both regret their first half performances on semi-final weekend. Ben Youngs and Dan Cole watched all the action for you, and had time to cut the grass and play bank holiday mini-golf. Plus Ben introduces us to Toby, his pet tortoise, who definitely isn’t massive, and might not even be called Toby for much longer.  📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7 💭 Got a question for us? Fill

May 6, 2024 • 37:40

Brown v Te’o, Fin Smith’s potential and England's best tackler

Brown v Te’o, Fin Smith’s potential and England's best tackler

Courtney Lawes is back in studio with Ben Youngs and Dan Cole to answer your questions. What really happened between Mike Brown and Ben Te’o in 2019? Who is England’s best tackler? And what would happen if England’s rugby team took on Phil Foden and Harry Kane? 📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rugby📊 Sta

May 2, 2024 • 36:31

The Evolution Of Courtney Lawes: The complete back rower?

The Evolution Of Courtney Lawes: The complete back rower?

Is Courtney Lawes England’s best ever player? The Northampton captain talks to Dan Cole and Ben Youngs about the art of smashing people, how he became a world class ball carrier and what motivates him to keep getting better. Plus there's a chat about how the tight five miss at least a third of each game they play in. 📹 Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7💭 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https:

Apr 29, 2024 • 41:07

The FTLOR Draft: Crowning the champion!

The FTLOR Draft: Crowning the champion!

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are back to reveal the results of what some people are calling the sporting event of the year... the For The Love Of Rugby 2024 Draft! Ahead of the final weekend of the Women's Six Nations, we look ahead to the Grand Slam decider between France and England. After Ben's scouting mission into the Red Roses camp, can John Mitchell's side claim the championship once more in Bordeaux? Plus, Coley reveals his plans for retirement. It's a straight shootout between going

Apr 25, 2024 • 33:51

The FTLOR Draft: Don’t question the snake!

The FTLOR Draft: Don’t question the snake!

Ellis Genge and Anthony Watson join Ben Youngs and Dan Cole for an NFL-style draft. Every international rugby player (from the last 12 months) is available for selection as Dan tries to take charge of proceedings. He has a lot of rules, a stats book and a plant pot for a bell. It’s just like the NFL. Get involved and vote for the winning team. Just head to @loveofrugby on Instagram.  Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https

Apr 22, 2024 • 42:32

Bibs Don’t Lie | When you know you’re getting dropped

Bibs Don’t Lie | When you know you’re getting dropped

How do coaches drop players? And how does it feel when it happens to you? It’s another questions episode as Ben Youngs talks about his dyslexia, and Dan Cole has started thinking about the global structure of club rugby. Would we change England’s overseas policy? What’s the difference between Premiership standard and international standard? Plus Jordie Barrett signs for Leinster. Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/TrB1MB2V2krVXdqd7Got a question for us? Fill in this form: http

Apr 18, 2024 • 45:34

What is Marler doing?

What is Marler doing?

Have you heard of Things People Do? It’s the sensational podcast by Joe Marler and Tom Fordyce, which Dan and Ben are big fans of. In this episode, you’ll hear Joe meet his favourite ever guest. Josh is a modern day Dick Van Dyke, but way better. He tells us all about being a chimney sweep, including finding skeletons in the houses of parliament, being invited to random weddings because chimney sweeps are good luck, and a phenomenal story about the time he found some 'romantic' letters

Apr 17, 2024 • 51:45

Quins win in Bordeaux, Saints put on a show | Champions Cup Quarter Finals

Quins win in Bordeaux, Saints put on a show | Champions Cup Quarter Finals

Dan Cole remembers to podcast, but forgets to text his mum back about the use of his pressure washer. Ben Youngs takes a break from cleaning his decking to analyse the Champions Cup quarters finals, and the latest Red Roses demolition job in the Women’s Six Nations. Send us your rugby videos: https://forms.gle/1nVigrVebg36GhX88 Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38 💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rugby Music courte

Apr 14, 2024 • 37:48

How big is the big dog’s mouth?

How big is the big dog’s mouth?

Who are rugby’s underrated players? What’s your favourite tour story? And please tell us about the time Eddie Jones tried to shave his own head and left a patch of hair on the back. Dan Cole and Ben Youngs answer the best questions Reddit users can offer up in this special episode. Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rugbyMusic courtesy of BMG Production Music Learn more abo

Apr 11, 2024 • 36:42

Three cheers for Gibson-Park | Champions Cup last 16

Three cheers for Gibson-Park | Champions Cup last 16

Dan Cole and Ben Youngs are back from their weekend in Dublin to review a big weekend of Champions Cup. Leinster and La Rochelle prepare to meet again, Exeter master the wind against Bath at Sandy Park, Northampton and Munster deliver a classic, Dupont and Ntamack are back for Toulouse, and the Bulls need to get themselves to East Midlands Airport as soon as possible.Can Harlequins win in Bordeaux? Should commentators be nicer about scrums? And Ben tells us about his new role as Leicest

Apr 8, 2024 • 36:26

Dan saves his marriage, Ben nearly dies

Dan saves his marriage, Ben nearly dies

Are you listening Peter Jackson? Dan Cole and Ben Youngs call out the special effects in The Lord Of The Rings trilogy, before turning their attention to Leinster in the Champions Cup on Saturday night. There are airport stories, an invite from the Red Roses and Ben picks England’s three scrum-halves for their summer tour. Got a question for us? Fill in this form: https://forms.gle/4o1f7VCSFvj5aZb38💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rugby Learn more

Apr 4, 2024 • 34:55

For The Love Of Kit: When skin tight is too tight, and how boot deals work

For The Love Of Kit: When skin tight is too tight, and how boot deals work

What is the greatest rugby shirt of all time? Ben Youngs and Dan Cole are here to discuss the history of rugby kit, which includes the curious case of the precious kit man, Ben breaking a wrist at an England kit launch and the time Dan had to do a Mizuno appearance with Olympic sprinter Marlon Devonish (WATCH HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qt4ckW27wVs).Plus Ben makes us all jealous when he explains how much free stuff he gets from Adidas.💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.

Apr 1, 2024 • 34:58

The Pizza Hut Buffet Years

The Pizza Hut Buffet Years

The Easter holidays have turned Dan Cole and Ben Youngs into grumpy old men. They tell stories of the good old days when men were men and pizza hut buffets were an acceptable fuel source for professional athletes.  There’s a Christmas tree prank, the real reason for Dan’s Stone Cold Steve Austin impression, the origins of Lendrid and a long pause when the lads are asked about their hobbies. 💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rugby Learn more about your ad

Mar 28, 2024 • 40:58

For The Love Of Ollie Chessum: Social sec and single

For The Love Of Ollie Chessum: Social sec and single

Ollie Chessum joins Dan Cole and Ben Youngs to talk about his new role in charge of organised fun in England camp. He’ll tell you why he loves lineouts, how Ben could live in his shoes, and you’ll never guess who he picks to sit next to Antoine Dupont and Dan Carter at dinner. Dan tells a story about the sweatiest bus ever, and we take a deep dive into the Chessum family tree. 💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rugby EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal: https://nordvp

Mar 25, 2024 • 44:51

How did England turn it around? And Ben’s top 10 Six Nations players ever

How did England turn it around? And Ben’s top 10 Six Nations players ever

Dan Cole has a lot of questions to answer as he returns from England camp for podcast duty. What were his favourite off-field memories? And how many attack sessions were there between the Scotland game and the Ireland game?And in an attempt to become a relevant pundit, Ben Youngs commits to putting George North in a list of the best Six Nations players ever, but struggles to work out the rest of his top 10.💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rugbyEXC

Mar 21, 2024 • 38:50

England go down swinging, Ben picks his team of the tournament | Six Nations Round Five Review

England go down swinging, Ben picks his team of the tournament | Six Nations Round Five Review

Dan Cole gets home from France, has a Sunday roast, puts the kids to bed and then calls Ben Youngs to review the final weekend of the 2024 Six Nations.  Ireland are champions, England are going in the right direction, and the atmosphere in Lyon might be the best Dan has ever played in.  We’ve seen the last of George North in Wales shirt, but what will Dan do next? 💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rugby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi

Mar 18, 2024 • 45:04

For The Love Of France: Lyon, La Marseillaise and the French pack

For The Love Of France: Lyon, La Marseillaise and the French pack

Dan Cole is in his element as gives Ben a lesson on the history of French rugby. But what does the anthem really mean? And where's the best away day?With Dan facing Posolo Tuilagi in Lyon this weekend, we hear all their tales of the Tuilagi family dynasty. Plus, Ben and Dan pick their ultimate GB Men's Sevens team to take on the Paris Olympics this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 14, 2024 • 43:44

How England Beat Ireland | Six Nations Round Four Review

How England Beat Ireland | Six Nations Round Four Review

Ben Youngs and Tom Fordyce return to review England’s dramatic win over Ireland at Twickenham. Albeit a bit late after some epic celebrations.Ben breaks down the final play in minute detail including what Ireland should have done to kill the game, and there's a triumphant voice note from the victorious Dan Cole.They also discuss Italy's first home win since 2013 as they put relegation chats to bed, and surprisingly, there's some sympathy for Wales. But what will happen on the final week

Mar 11, 2024 • 54:08

For The Love Of Danny Care: Welcome to the 100 Club

For The Love Of Danny Care: Welcome to the 100 Club

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole come together for a bonus episode to celebrate scrum-half Danny Care as he joins the 100 cap club for England. Only five other men have won 100 England caps... two of them present this podcast! Ben and Dan talk World Cup comebacks, Grand Slam tries, and sharing the nine shirt as they reel off some of Danny's highlights. And in a game of Top Trumps, Dan finds out who's better on a night out, who's got the best lid, and they call up a couple of fly-halves to help settle the

Mar 8, 2024 • 33:57

For The Love Of Andy Farrell: Motivator, leader and tactical genius

For The Love Of Andy Farrell: Motivator, leader and tactical genius

This is Dan Cole and Ben Youngs's ultimate guide to the Ireland and British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell.Is he someone you avoid at the breakfast table? What’s his aura like? And are his leadership skills genetic?From playing for him for England, to playing against his Ireland side, Dan and Ben give the lowdown on the master motivator, including that famous Lions ‘hurt arena’ speech.To choose your Lions captain, visit https://bit.ly/4322GSU💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdne

Mar 7, 2024 • 34:57

For The Love Of Ellis Genge: “People used to hate my guts, but Netflix changed that”

For The Love Of Ellis Genge: “People used to hate my guts, but Netflix changed that”

Ellis Genge takes a break from the Six Nations to visit Dan Cole and Ben Youngs in their secret studio in a secret location. Have you had your Christmas ruined by Gengey? He’s got an AdBlue story that might explain why you were stuck in traffic on Christmas Eve, plus some advice on how not to buy a van, and a theory on how playing on the wing is easy. He brings a smelly pair of shorts for one lucky listener, and tells you how rugby’s new Netflix documentary was made. Plus important updates on bi

Mar 4, 2024 • 52:29

Who wants to be an expansive loser?

Who wants to be an expansive loser?

💗 Buy a bobble hat: https://crowdnetwork.co.uk/podcasts/for-the-love-of-rugby/Dan Cole has made it back from Edinburgh following England’s Six Nations loss to Scotland to be reunited with Ben Youngs in the studio.Dan takes us inside England changing room, shares his experience of being ambushed by a bagpipe flash mob, and gives a comprehensive run-down of that kick chase.Ben’s been busy taking the podcast to all corners of the planet, hearing from listeners as far as Brazil, Australia

Feb 29, 2024 • 33:46

Six Nations Round Three Review: Scotland beat England again

Six Nations Round Three Review: Scotland beat England again

Ben Youngs calls up England and Lions winger Anthony Watson for some world class analysis of Scotland’s hat-trick hero Duhan van der Merwe.How much are England actually working on their attack? Why are they making so many handling errors? And how does Ben feel about the Calcutta Cup staying in Scotland for yet another year?Ireland are still on for a grand slam, Wales lose again, but Italy should have beaten France with the last kick of the game in Lille. Can somebody please give Paolo G

Feb 26, 2024 • 49:24

For The Love Of Murrayfield: Princess Anne, Finn Russell and exotic worms

For The Love Of Murrayfield: Princess Anne, Finn Russell and exotic worms

Dan Cole gives a history lesson on the Calcutta Cup while Ben Youngs tells us about his England debut on the England wing. Is Flower of Scotland the best Six Nations anthem? What do you say to Princess Anne? And could the bagpipers walk any slower? Dan has also researched the Murrayfield pitch and the top five tourist attractions in Edinburgh.  Make sure you’re following us on socials: https://linktr.ee/loveofrugby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 22, 2024 • 37:31

For The Love Of Post Match: What happens after the final whistle?

For The Love Of Post Match: What happens after the final whistle?

After the huge success of their game day episode, Dan Cole and Ben Youngs are back to tell you about everything that happens after an international fixture. They tell stories about post match interviews, children on the pitch, ice in the showers and Ben is scathing about the post match function. Dan, who is still employed by the RFU, would like to go on record as saying he doesn't mind them. As long as nobody asks for his shorts, he's happy. How do players really feel on the bus home? W

Feb 19, 2024 • 36:24

Dan Cole, Dan Cole, you’re too old!

Dan Cole, Dan Cole, you’re too old!

Dan beats Wales, does the school run and heads straight to the studio to record a podcast when he could be with his family. All for the love of rugby, and because he needs to tell you what happened inside the England changing room on Saturday.Meanwhile Ben Youngs gets called a poor man’s Andy Gomarsall and goes to the wrong pub for a Six Nations event. Plus the best of your questions and Dan’s tales of service stations, getting called “too old” and having cramp.Make sure you’re followin

Feb 15, 2024 • 38:03

Six Nations Round Two Review: England beat Wales and Scotland scratch their heads

Six Nations Round Two Review: England beat Wales and Scotland scratch their heads

Ben Youngs, Justin Tipuric and Tom Fordyce review England’s win over Wales at Twickenham. They have praise for Ben Earl, George Ford and Tommy Reffell, but explain how Wales could have managed the game better, and probably should have won. Scotland fans might still be watching video replays, but there’s an art to making sure the TMO can’t see enough evidence a ball has been grounded. Plus Dan Cole gets called the ‘godfather of cheats’ and Ben slags off the kids who sang their hearts out at the W

Feb 12, 2024 • 37:46

England v Wales: The best day of the year?

England v Wales: The best day of the year?

Ben Youngs, Justin Tipuric and Tom Fordyce look ahead to England against Wales at Twickenham - which is one of the biggest days of the rugby year. They dive deep into the back row battle, analyse how Wales can beat England’s new defence and remember their favourite England-Wales memories.  Make sure you’re following us on socials: https://linktr.ee/loveofrugby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 9, 2024 • 25:57

For The Love Of Game Day: Behind the scenes at Twickenham

For The Love Of Game Day: Behind the scenes at Twickenham

Dan Cole and Ben Youngs take you through every minute of their pre-match routine. Do you like detailed insight into the often mundane lives of professional sportspeople? Well, this is the episode for you. They’ll talk to you about pre-match meals (there are many), tell you who sits where on the team bus and take you on a behind the scenes tour of Twickenham on match day. Dan uses a plot device from Law and Order to make this all possible. If you haven’t seen Law and Order then he owes you an ap

Feb 7, 2024 • 44:41

Six Nations Round One Review: England win their opening game!

Six Nations Round One Review: England win their opening game!

England win their opening Six Nations game for the first time in five years, but Italy score three tries and look pretty good. Wales are awful for 40 minutes and then nearly pull off one of the greatest comebacks of all time against Scotland, while Ireland show everyone why they’re favourites and why France could do with Antoine Dupont.Ben Youngs is joined by Mike Brown and Tom Fordyce for the best Monday morning podcast analysis you'll find anywhere.Make sure you’re following us on soc

Feb 5, 2024 • 44:03

For The Love Of Rome: Gladiators, anthems and Totti's seat

For The Love Of Rome: Gladiators, anthems and Totti's seat

It’s nearly here! England are on their way to Rome for the opening weekend of the Six Nations, and the FTLOR lads are bringing you their ultimate guide to the eternal city. And by ultimate guide, we mean Dan Cole going through Tripadvisor and Ben Youngs telling stories of what not to do at the Colosseum.They’ll tell you about the changing rooms at Stadio Olimpico, the lengthy walk to the pitch and Dan translates the Italian national anthem. It’s a great episode.Make sure you’re followin

Feb 1, 2024 • 35:27

For The Love Of Questions: Who's the biggest sap? And would Dan have a hair transplant?

For The Love Of Questions: Who's the biggest sap? And would Dan have a hair transplant?

Is Ben a bad farmer? Which club has the best post match food? And how does it feel when everyone slags you off? If you’ve got a question for Ben Youngs or Dan Cole, get in touch on the socials: https://linktr.ee/loveofrugbyWe’ll be back on Thursday for another episode ahead of England’s trip to Italy in the Six Nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 29, 2024 • 39:38

For The Love Of England Camp: Roomies, stash and wrestling in the car park

For The Love Of England Camp: Roomies, stash and wrestling in the car park

In this first episode, Dan Cole and Ben Youngs take you on a tour of the England team hotel. They tell you what’s it really like when players live, train and eat together, before sleeping next to each other every night. Dan has just gone into England camp for yet another Six Nations, but how much of his life has he spent there? Which player is most likely to stay up until 4am playing Call of Duty? Who’s most likely to Facetime their dog? Who sleeps in? Who plays Barbara Streisand in the gym? And

Jan 25, 2024 • 46:45

Why are we doing this? For The Love Of Rugby!

Why are we doing this? For The Love Of Rugby!

No man has played rugby for England more than Ben Youngs. He’s also a scrum-half so he’s spent most of his 127 games chatting away to team-mates, opposition and referees.  His mate Dan Cole also has over 100 caps, is still in the England squad, and has cult hero status thanks to his no-nonsense approach to most of life’s events. They’ve spent 20 years together at Leicester Tigers, toured together for the British and Irish Lions, and now podcast together every week. Throughout the Six Nations the

Jan 21, 2024 • 0:43

Alastair Campbell Part Two: How to manage a crisis

Alastair Campbell Part Two: How to manage a crisis

Sam is joined once again by the writer and political strategist, Alastair Campbell. Alastair is the co-host of The Rest Is Politics podcast but is perhaps best known from his time as ex-Prime Minister Tony Blair’s spokesman, press secretary and director of communications & strategy when he was in power. In this episode, we look at managing crises. Alastair talks about embracing the pressure of knowing that some decisions matter more; but we also discuss the flip side. Alastair talks openly and h

Oct 16, 2023 • 42:49

Alastair Campbell Part One: Why politics and sport are more similar than you think

Alastair Campbell Part One: Why politics and sport are more similar than you think

Sam is joined this episode by one of the biggest names in British politics, Alastair Campbell. Alastair is the co-host of The Rest Is Politics podcast but is perhaps best known from his time as ex-Prime Minister Tony Blair’s spokesman, press secretary and director of communications & strategy when he was in power. In this episode, we examine the crossover between politics and sport. Alastair explains why his involvement on the British & Irish Lions Tour received mixed reviews from the players an

Oct 9, 2023 • 41:23

Dai Greene: Not talking to my training partner brought the best out of me

Dai Greene: Not talking to my training partner brought the best out of me

This week on Captains, Sam is joined by former World, European and Commonwealth Champion in the 400m hurdles, Dai Greene. Dai was also Team GB athletics captain at the London 2012 Olympics.  Dai talks all about his memories of that summer and how he was able to lead the likes of Jessica Ennis-Hill and Sir Mo Farah, as well talking about the benefits of training with the right people - even if you don't get along.This is a fascinating conversation into the mindset of an individual athlete; the mo

Oct 2, 2023 • 54:02

Ashley Williams: All about Wales at Euro 2016

Ashley Williams: All about Wales at Euro 2016

This week on Captains, Sam is joined by former Wales football captain Ashley Williams. Ashley was the skipper as Wales defied the odds to reach the semi-final of Euro 2016. Under the management of Chris Coleman, Ashley captained the likes of Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey and here he lifts the lid on the bonds that made that team so special. Sam & Ashley compare notes about playing England, how to balance the emotion of big national occasions with carrying out a game plan and the importance of emp

Sep 25, 2023 • 1:00:20

Osi Umenyiora: How to win the Super Bowl

Osi Umenyiora: How to win the Super Bowl

With the new NFL season underway, Sam is joined by two-time Super Bowl winner Osi Umenyiora. Osi is an award-winning pundit and an NFL icon and here he breaks down the mindset required to lead and succeed in America’s Game. One common theme is the importance of good communication and in this episode Osi compares the different styles of legendary quarterbacks Tom Brady and Eli Manning, as well as the pitfalls of the glitz and glamour of the NFL lifestyle. Osi is a trailblazer and a leading figure

Sep 18, 2023 • 45:03

John Barclay: Leadership happens in your shadow

John Barclay: Leadership happens in your shadow

Sam Warburton is joined this episode by his old friend - and rival - former Scotland rugby captain John Barclay. John represented Scotland at three World Cups, earning 76 caps in total after making his debut against the All Blacks in 2007. At club level, John played for Glasgow Warriors before making the move south to the Scarlets where he led them to the Pro 14 title in 2017. John reflects on the culture shock of that move and the difficulties of adapting to a new environment. He also talks abo

Sep 11, 2023 • 55:00

Shaun Edwards Part Two: My coaching philosophy and working with Warren Gatland

Shaun Edwards Part Two: My coaching philosophy and working with Warren Gatland

Sam Warburton is joined by his former Wales coach Shaun Edwards; a legend of Rugby League and current France defence coach. This is Part Two. If you haven't already, go back and listen to Part One. In this episode, Shaun breaks down his coaching philosophy and discusses his working relationship with Warren Gatland. Shaun has a reputation as a visionary coach but perhaps his greatest strength is keeping it simple; and here he tells Sam about his transition from playing to coaching. To get in touc

Sep 4, 2023 • 32:45

Shaun Edwards Part One: From the Wigan pits to the Rugby World Cup

Shaun Edwards Part One: From the Wigan pits to the Rugby World Cup

Captains is back! Sam Warburton is joined by his former Wales coach Shaun Edwards; a legend of Rugby League and current France defence coach.An incredibly successful leader from a very young age, Shaun explains how his upbringing in Wigan shaped his outlook on life and that a fear of going down the pit inspired him great things as a player and coach.With the Rugby World Cup on the horizon, Shaun explains how he had to adapt his coaching style with Les Bleus and they discuss what makes France ski

Sep 4, 2023 • 35:19

Captains: The Story So Far

Captains: The Story So Far

This week on Captains, Sam delves into the archive to reflect on some of his favourite conversations from the series.Sam has been joined by a different world-class sporting leader each week to compare notes, relive those life changing moments and share stories about what it’s really like to wear the armband at sport’s highest level.Olympic heroes, World Cup winners, Ryder Cup winners, Premier League stars; they’ve all spoken openly and honestly about their leadership journey, offering valuable i

May 8, 2023 • 1:02:21

The Huddle: Leadership tips from Sam Warburton

The Huddle: Leadership tips from Sam Warburton

Welcome to The Huddle.These are bonus episodes released every week – and this is a taster of some of Sam’s favourite conversations.Each week Sam catches up with writer and broadcaster Tom Fordyce to break down some of the leadership skills he learnt during his career that have helped in life on and off the pitch. Sam uses examples from his experience of captaining Wales and the British & Irish Lions to discuss how to prepare for a big speech, how to work with difficult people, how to deliver fee

May 1, 2023 • 40:47

Seb Coe: “Weak leaders love weak people around them”

Seb Coe: “Weak leaders love weak people around them”

Sam’s guest this week is a double Olympic gold medallist, the President of World Athletics but perhaps best known as the man who delivered London 2012. Lord Coe breaks down the importance of building world class teams with a shared vision, something he experienced in the build-up to the Games.The pair discuss the need to create an environment where people can flourish and, crucially, able to challenge those in a leadership role.They discuss dealing with criticism and techniques to successfully g

Apr 24, 2023 • 47:26

Steph Houghton: Influence, winning cultures and Lionesses heartbreak

Steph Houghton: Influence, winning cultures and Lionesses heartbreak

Sam’s guest this week is Man City Women’s captain and former England skipper Steph Houghton. A hugely influential figure in the growth of women’s football over the last decade, Steph talks openly about how she dealt with the disappointment of missing out on the Lionesses historic Euro 2022 win. The pair also reflect on trying to influence a group while on the sidelines and lessons learned on taking leadership roles within groups where there are more experienced people around.Use #CaptainsPod to

Apr 17, 2023 • 49:03

Sir Chris Hoy: Visualisation, consistency and star-studded weddings

Sir Chris Hoy: Visualisation, consistency and star-studded weddings

This week on Captains Sam is joined by Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy.The Team GB flag-bearer at London 2012, Chris is the most successful track cyclist ever, with six Olympic Gold medals and eleven World Championship titles to his name.The pair discuss the power of visualisation and compare how they each used it during their careers.Chris’s achievements owe a lot to his mindset but, as he explains, patience and consistency are also key. He talks about the importance of accepting that the road to

Apr 10, 2023 • 50:49

Jonny Wilkinson: Intensity, awareness and finding your truth

Jonny Wilkinson: Intensity, awareness and finding your truth

“I was deeply lost in my own issues and as a result I was not a good captain.”This week Sam is joined by one of sport’s most recognisable names, English rugby icon and World Cup winner Jonny Wilkinson. The pair reflect on the price of success in an intense environment and how the impact of your actions can have long-lasting effects – both positive and negative - on you and your surroundings.They discuss how to deal with stress and pressure and why, ultimately, you need to understand yourself bef

Apr 3, 2023 • 57:37

Introducing: I Am... With Jonny Wilkinson

Introducing: I Am... With Jonny Wilkinson

Today on Captains we have something a little something different for you. We've teamed up with Jonny Wilkinson's podcast called I Am... and we have an episode you might enjoy with Australian cricket icon Justin Langer.I Am... is all about human potential. Through discussions about peace and performance, it can take you to places you might not expect.Justin Langer has had a brilliant sporting career - both as a key member of a legendary Australian national team and as a coach. During Justin’s ten

Mar 29, 2023 • 1:14:46

Troy Deeney: Respect, relegation and seeing people crumble

Troy Deeney: Respect, relegation and seeing people crumble

“I’ve never once tried to make an excuse for any of my behaviours in the past. The hardest part is owning who you actually are.”This week on Captains Sam is joined by Troy Deeney.The Birmingham City captain opens up about his tough upbringing and discusses how those early life-changing experiences - including a prison sentence - helped shaped his leadership style later in his career.Having captained teams involved in both promotions and relegations, Troy talks about the motivation needed when le

Mar 27, 2023 • 57:14

Luke Rowe: Communication, loyalty and Tour de France disqualifications

Luke Rowe: Communication, loyalty and Tour de France disqualifications

This week Sam is joined by professional cyclist and Ineos Grenadiers road captain Luke Rowe.Luke breaks down one of sport’s most misunderstood roles, highlighting the importance of communication and organisation with teammates while out on the road in high-pressure race conditions.Loyalty is a theme that runs throughout and Luke talks openly about how he dealt with the disappointment of being disqualified from the Tour de France in 2019.Use #CaptainsPod to get in touch with Sam on social media a

Mar 20, 2023 • 47:46

Jamie Peacock: Passion, friendship and being true to your word

Jamie Peacock: Passion, friendship and being true to your word

“What motivates and excites people is passion. You’ve got to give a sh*t about what you’re doing!”This week Sam’s guest is former England and Great Britain captain, Rugby League legend Jamie Peacock.One of the most successful and decorated forwards to ever play the game, Jamie reflects on his time at Bradford Bulls, his move to bitter rivals Leeds Rhinos, and outlines his really strong and clear approach to leadership – focusing on honesty and being true to your word.To support Jamie’s friend an

Mar 13, 2023 • 52:46

Serena Guthrie: Authenticity, hand-written notes and feeling like The Beatles

Serena Guthrie: Authenticity, hand-written notes and feeling like The Beatles

This week Sam is joined by former England netball captain Serena Guthrie.A legend of the sport with over 100 caps to her name, Serena reflects on her leadership journey; from starting out aged 16 at Bath to leading England out at a home World Cup.Authenticity and honesty are key pillars to Serena’s captaincy style as well as being aware of the importance of leaving a positive legacy - there are plenty of useful lessons here that we can all learn from.Use #captainspod to get in touch with Sam on

Mar 6, 2023 • 54:09

Martin O’Neill: Motivation, managing up and earning praise from Brian Clough

Martin O’Neill: Motivation, managing up and earning praise from Brian Clough

Advice for modern managers? Just win!Sam’s guest this week is one of the most respected names in football, Martin O’Neill. A European Cup winner as a player, he led Northern Ireland at the 1982 World Cup before winning trophies in England and Scotland as a manager.Martin reflects on how leadership – both captaincy and management – has evolved during his career and discusses what traits he looked for when appointing captains.He played for Brian Clough at Nottingham Forest and worked with Roy Kean

Feb 27, 2023 • 48:20

Kieran Read: Building connections, criminal psychologists and the ‘no d**kheads’ rule

Kieran Read: Building connections, criminal psychologists and the ‘no d**kheads’ rule

This week Sam is joined by Rugby World Cup winner and former All Blacks captain, Kieran Read.Kieran explains how a criminal psychologist helped him and his New Zealand team-mates deal with high pressure situations; the pair compare notes about leading rugby obsessed nations they reflect on sharing one of the sport's most iconic moments in recent memory; their joint trophy lift in the 2017 Lions series. Use #captainspod to get in touch with Sam on social media and make sure you follow our LinkedI

Feb 20, 2023 • 51:34

Sir Ben Ainslie: Determination, ruthless streaks and Olympic golds

Sir Ben Ainslie: Determination, ruthless streaks and Olympic golds

You wouldn’t like him when he’s angry… This week Sam’s guest is one of Britain’s greatest ever Olympians, Sir Ben Ainslie.Ben reflects on his incredible sailing career and the learnings he has taken into his current role as CEO, Team Principal and Skipper of Ineos Britannia.There are some fascinating insights about Ben’s transition from the high seas to the boardroom and the struggles that come with that; particularly having an awareness of how your reactions can affect the entire team.Get in to

Feb 13, 2023 • 48:04

Wes Morgan: Togetherness, never giving up and winning the Premier League

Wes Morgan: Togetherness, never giving up and winning the Premier League

This week, Sam is joined by Wes Morgan as the pair look back on Leicester City’s 5000/1 Premier League title win in 2016.They discuss how to bring a group together to overachieve and highlight the importance of creating a sense of togetherness that all great teams have.Wes’s journey to the top took time and is a great study in that old cliché of never giving up.Share your thoughts with Sam on captains@crowdnetwork.co.uk or by searching for #captainspod on social media. Subscribe to Crowd Sports+

Feb 6, 2023 • 48:50

Paul O'Connell: Excellence, leading the Lions and copying Roy Keane

Paul O'Connell: Excellence, leading the Lions and copying Roy Keane

“Make sure you’re the best at all the things that require no talent.”With the Six Nations around the corner, Sam is joined by one of his rugby idols – former Ireland and British & Irish Lions captain – Paul O’Connell.Paul explains that leadership is about how you make people feel and shares how to create an atmosphere where teams can flourish and why, as a leader, you must have a commitment to excellence.The pair also swap stories of their experiences of captaining the Lions; with memories of te

Jan 30, 2023 • 49:20

Paul McGinley: Positivity, learning from Sir Alex Ferguson and lifting the Ryder Cup

Paul McGinley: Positivity, learning from Sir Alex Ferguson and lifting the Ryder Cup

How do you mastermind a Ryder Cup victory? In this episode Europe’s 2014 victorious captain Paul McGinley reveals all. Packed full of leadership insights, Sam and Paul discuss how to get a group of high performing individuals to come together as a team, why keeping things simple is key and, above all else, the power of positivity. As Paul mentions, leadership is not rocket science. You won’t want to miss this one!Get in touch with Sam by emailing captains@crowdnetwork.co.uk or by searching for #

Jan 23, 2023 • 54:57

Heather Knight: Introversion, playing men’s cricket and proving people wrong

Heather Knight: Introversion, playing men’s cricket and proving people wrong

In this episode, Sam Warburton speaks with England’s Cricket World Cup winning captain, Heather Knight.  Heather shares the struggles she had to overcome to reach the pinnacle of the sport and help pioneer the women’s game. Heather and Sam discuss the similarities and differences between their sports, while breaking down the subtle complexities of captaining on and off the cricket pitch. Like Sam, Heather is an introvert, which proves there is no one way to lead teams and be successful. Get in t

Jan 23, 2023 • 47:20

Chris Robshaw: Resilience, World Cup heartache and Six Nations stand-offs

Chris Robshaw: Resilience, World Cup heartache and Six Nations stand-offs

What happens when a World Cup dream comes crashing down around you?In the very first episode of Captains, Sam Warburton is joined by former England rugby union captain Chris Robshaw to reflect on the difficult period that followed England's shock exit from the 2015 Rugby World Cup and the important lessons that enabled Chris to return to the highest level. They relive the titanic battles between Wales and England on the pitch and discuss dealing with the pressure and criticism that comes your wa

Jan 23, 2023 • 1:00:56

Coming Soon: Captains (Trailer)

Coming Soon: Captains (Trailer)

What’s it like lifting the World Cup? How do you recover from disappointing defeats? How do you mastermind a Ryder Cup victory? Listen to Captains and find out. Captains is a new Crowd Sports podcast that gives listeners the inside story of how the most successful teams come together, grow and ultimately – win. Each episode, Sam Warburton – former British & Irish Lions rugby captain - is joined by a different world-class sporting leader as they compare notes, relive those life changing moments a

Jan 6, 2023 • 1:00

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