The Bench with Jenna and Jon

Sky Sports

Join Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin to get to know the players, officials and all the big names from around the Betfred Super League and beyond. Episodes are released every Monday.
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20 episodes
Updated July 20

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July 20 · 30 min
Josh Thewlis: The 'Yorkshire bus', Oldham & sleep-walking!
Warrington Wolves' Josh Thewlis is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. He gives an update on the injury that's keeping him out of action at the moment and when he's hoping to return. Plus, we find out more about Josh's Oldham upbringing and that he's a sleep-walker! - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
July 13 · 21 min
Tom Burgess: Hip issues, Aussie links and being really good at admin!
Huddersfield Giants prop Tom Burgess is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Tom sat down with Jenna, Jon and Sam Tomkins at Magic Weekend at Hill Dickinson Stadium, so there is some background noise during the episode! They spoke about Tom's hip injury problems, his links with Australia and found out that he is really good at admin! - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
July 6 · 31 min
Alex Walmsley: Reaching the end, change at St Helens and a Players' Association
St Helens legend Alex Walmsley is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. 'Big Al' chats about his new contract and why he thinks it might be his last one before retirement. Plus he gives us his thoughts on why Paul Rowley was the right man to bring change to St Helens and explains why he is passionate about setting a Players' Association for Super League players. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
June 29 · 31 min
Mitchell Pearce: French living, misconceptions and Catalans coaching
Catalans Dragons assistant coach Mitchell Pearce is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Mitchell discusses his life in France and how the coaching opportunity at the Catalans Dragons came about for him. Plus, he chats about how people's perceptions of players are shaped solely by what they see on the pitch and how he's trying to help athletes overcome challenges through his charity - Reboot Mindset Academy. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
June 22 · 32 min
Gary Chambers: from the classroom to Warrington Wolves, working with Sam Burgess and young superstar, Ewan Irwin.
Jenna, Jon and Sam Tomkins are joined by the Warrington Wolves Director of Rugby, Gary Chambers, on this episode of 'The Bench'. Gary talks about the work he's done in school and on the rugby pitch with young people. He discusses the rise of Ewan Irwin through the ranks at Warrington and explains why Sam Burgess' influence is 'massive' for the club. Plus, they run through this week's 'on and off the bench,' from turning circles to onions! •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
June 15 · 26 min
Harry Robertson: Young players, versatility and not going to the mall!
St Helens' young star Harry Robertson is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Harry speaks about his route into rugby league as a youngster and his ability to play in several different positions. He also tells us about what it's like to work under Paul Rowley as head coach and his and the club's ambitions to win trophies. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
June 5 · 30 min
Ian Blease: Top of the league, players moving on & Brad Arthur's future
Leeds Rhinos sporting director Ian Blease is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. With the club currently sitting at the top of Super League, Ian reflects on their improvement over the last year, how they're dealing with the departures of several players and provides an update on contract talks with head coach Brad Arthur. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
May 25 · 34 min
Ian Watson: Toe tapping, learning to 'breathe' and his return to Super League with Hull KR!
Former Salford & Huddersfield head coach, now Hull KR assistant, Ian Watson, joins Jenna, Jon and Sam Tomkins on The Bench. They discuss how his time in rugby union with the Seattle Seawolves allowed him to 'breathe', his ambitions in the game and how he even talks about coaching on his holidays! •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
May 18 · 33 min
Liam Marshall: Pranksters, family support & being a 'one-club man'
Wigan winger Liam Marshall is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Liam tells us about his recovery from a hamstring injury and gives his thoughts on how his replacement, Noah Hodkinson has been getting on. Plus, Liam talks about battling back from rejection and adversity early in his career, how the club has supported him through difficult times and the support he gets from his family. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
May 4 · 30 min
Arthur Mourgue: The Tomkins influence, being a "rugby nerd" & fullbacks
Hull KR fullback Arthur Mourgue is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. They discuss his comeback from injury and how Sam Tomkins has helped influence his development as a player. Plus, we go 'On & Off The Bench' to pick out the things we want to see more of and less of in rugby league and beyond! - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
April 27 · 30 min
"We can do something really special with Super League!" Radlinski & Fitzpatrick on NRL Partnerships, McDermott and McNamara!
Wigan Warriors' Kris Radlinski and Warrington Wolves' Karl Fitzpatrick join Jenna and Jon on this week's episode of The Bench. We discuss a possible partnership with the NRL, after Andrew Abdo revealed potential investment in Super League on this podcast. They also chat about Brian McDermott's appointment as England head coach, Karl explains Steve McNamara's move from Warrington to Hull FC, and we touch on England rugby union star Ben Earl's admission that he would like to play rugby league. •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
April 20 · 33 min
Andy Kelly: Challenging times for Huddersfield, the search for a new head coach and how to rebuild the Giants.
Huddersfield director of rugby, Andy Kelly, joins Jenna and Jon on The Bench this week. Andy talks honestly about challenging times for the Giants, updates us on their search for a new head coach and explains plans to rebuild the club. Plus, Andy shares his 'on and off The Bench'. •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
April 16 · 34 min
Andrew Abdo: NRL investment in Super League - will it happen and what will it look like?
The chief executive officer of the NRL, Andrew Abdo is the guest on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Andrew tells us about the discussions he's been having with Super League stakeholders about potential investment by the NRL. He tells Jenna and Jon whether a deal is close to being offered, what it might look like and how he thinks the NRL can help improve rugby league in the northern hemisphere. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
April 6 · 29 min
Gary Hetherington: Birth of Super League, re-branding Leeds & Broncos plans
One of rugby league's most influential executives, Gary Hetherington is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Gary looks back to the birth of Super League in 1996 and the challenges of that period. He also tells us about his work at Leeds and how he re-branded the club as the "Rhinos". Plus, in his current role as chief executive officer at London Broncos, Gary explains how he hopes to help the club grow and return to the top-flight. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
March 30 · 31 min
Chris Chester: Happy 30th Super League! Leaving Leigh & the job at Cas
Castleford Tigers director of rugby Chris Chester is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Chris speaks about being a player, a head coach and a director of rugby in Super League as the competition turns 30 years old. He also tells Jenna and Jon about his reasons for leaving Leigh Leopards and opens up on the size of the task ahead of him at Castleford. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
March 27 · 11 min
Bonus episode! Roger Tuivasa-Sheck signs for Wakefield Trinity!
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck speaks to Jenna and Sam Tomkins on this bonus episode of The Bench. In his first interview since announcing his stunning move to Wakefield Trinity from the NRL, he tells Jenna and Sam why now was the right time to move to Super League. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
March 23 · 32 min
Joe Ofahengaue: Mentoring, moving across the world & "love to work"!
Leigh Leopards forward Joe Ofahengaue is this week's guest on the Bench with Jenna and Jon. Joe talks about his upbringing in New Zealand and his subsequent moves to NRL and Super League. Plus he tells Jenna and Jon why he feels it's important for players to have mentors and how he tries to fill that role himself. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
March 16 · 30 min
Matt Ellis: Positivity, club ownership & kitchens!
Wakefield Trinity owner Matt Ellis is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Matt talks to us about owning the club and the work and investment he and his team are putting in to improve facilities as well as the playing side. Plus, Matt shares what it's like to work with other Super League club owners and gives his thoughts on potential NRL investment. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
March 9 · 32 min
Paul Deacon: Switching codes, re-learning the game & scrum-caps
Wigan Warriors assistant coach Paul Deacon is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon (and Sam Tomkins too!) Paul speaks about switching from rugby league to union and back again and what the biggest learning curves were with each transition. Plus, he tells us about his future coaching aspirations - could he be a Super League head coach one day? - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
March 2 · 32 min
Brian Noble & Stuart Fielden: Bulls are back, swords and confrontations
Jenna is with Sam Tomkins and Bradford Bulls legends Brian Noble and Stuart Fielden on this week's episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon. They discuss the Bulls' return to Super League and share memories of their time at the club. Plus, Sam, Brian and Stuart tell stories about on-field confrontations and get involved with On & Off The Bench. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk