The Welsh Rugby Podcast

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Join Wales Online rugby writers Ben James and Steffan Thomas for the latest news, analysis and interviews from the world of Welsh rugby. With plenty of guests making an appearance, it'll be the podcast with its finger truly on the pulse of the game in Wales.

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20 episodes
Updated April 24

Episodes20

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April 24 · 38 min
Y11 deal collapses - so what happens next?
Ben James and Steffan Thomas sit down to discuss the news that the bid by the Ospreys' owners, Y11, to buy Cardiff has fallen through. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 16 · 40 min
Dragons' European run and more WRU drama
Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the Dragons' European exploits and the WRU EGM. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 1 · 37 min
Change at the top of the WRU - but what happens next?
Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss WRU chair Richard Collier-Keywood's impending departure, the Ospreys' future at St Helen's and this weekend's European knockout matches. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
March 18 · 45 min
A Six Nations win at last! And the usual Welsh rugby politics
Ben James and Steffan Thomas sit down to discuss Wales' win over Italy to end the Six Nations on a high, as well as the upcoming EGM. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
March 11 · 33 min
Positivity grows - so can Wales end the wait for a win?
Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the 27-17 defeat to Ireland in Dublin and look at whether Wales could earn their first Six Nations win in three years this weekend. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
February 25 · 36 min
Defeat again, but signs of progress?
Ben James and Steffan Thomas sit down to discuss Wales' 26-23 defeat to Scotland, as well as the news that Peter Murchie has been appointed defence coach. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
February 17 · 48 min
Another hammering - when can Wales be competitive again?
Ben James and Steffan Thomas sit down to discuss the 54-12 defeat to France in Cardiff, as well as looking ahead to this weekend's clash with Scotland. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
February 13 · 34 min
Wales team to face France and the England debrief
Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss Wales' team to face France, as well as the woeful performance against England at Twickenham. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee 🌍 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
February 4 · 37 min
England v Wales preview: Off-field drama and a tough start to the Six Nations
Ben James is joined by Daily Mail writer Alex Bywater to discuss Wales' Six Nations opener against England, as well as the off-field issues with the Ospreys. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
January 28 · 53 min
The week from hell and a Six Nations launch to follow
Ben James and Steffan Thomas break down a manic week in Welsh rugby, with the Ospreys' future plunged into uncertainty, while we also hear from Wales captain Dewi Lake and coach Steve Tandy from the Six Nations launch in Edinburgh. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
January 14 · 34 min
More EGM talk, European shambles and an old face returns
Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the latest goings on in Welsh rugby - including the current standstill over a move to go down to three teams, Nigel Davies' return to the Scarlets and the final round of European pool matches. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
January 7 · 47 min
New Year, same crisis
Ben James and Steffan Thomas start 2026 with news of an EGM as the uncertainty in Welsh rugby continues, while they also cast an eye over the festive derbies. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 17, 2025 · 33 min
Goodbye Jac and Dewi - what now for Welsh rugby?
Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the weekend's results, as well as the news that both Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake will join Gloucester next season. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 3, 2025 · 33 min
Trystan Bevan: Where Wales went wrong and how to fix Welsh rugby
Steffan Thomas speaks to former Cardiff head of performance Trystan Bevan to review Wales' defeat to South Africa and what needs to happen to get Welsh rugby back on track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 20, 2025 · 24 min
A debut for Deaves and more off-field mess
Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the Wales team to face New Zealand, as well as more off-field drama in Welsh rugby. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 18, 2025 · 36 min
Jonah and Wales
10 years on from his passing, Ben James speaks to Kingsley Jones, Josh Navidi, Mark Jones, Rhys Williams and Xavier Rush about Jonah Lomu's impact on Welsh rugby. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 13, 2025 · 30 min
Wales team to face Japan: LRZ is back
Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the Wales team to face Japan this weekend. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 11, 2025 · 39 min
Wales 28-52 Argentina: A tough start for Steve Tandy...
Ben James and Steffan Thomas reflect on Wales' autumn defeat to Argentina in Cardiff, as the Steve Tandy era began with a loss. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 7, 2025 · 16 min
Jarrod Evans: Life inside Steve Tandy's Wales camp as new era begins
WalesOnline Rugby correspondent Steffan Thomas sits down with Wales outside-half Jarrod Evans ahead of this Sunday's clash with Argentina. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/welshrugby Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 5, 2025 · 40 min
The key decisions facing Steve Tandy ahead of Wales' autumn opener
Steffan Thomas and The Observer rugby writer Ben Coles sit down to discuss Wales' prospects and who Steve Tandy should select for autumn opener against Argentina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices