The Good, The Bad & The Rugby Marler Joins the GBR Round Table
Jan 7, 2026
Joe Marler, a former England international rugby prop and now media personality, shares captivating insights from his time on Traitors, even naming fellow player Jonny May as the ultimate Traitor. He discusses why he stepped away from rugby, recounts the exhilarating chaos of his wrestling debut as 'The Scrum Lord,' and dreams of a GBR pantomime. Listen as he takes on a grip strength challenge and reflects on his evolving identity after rugby while hinting at exciting future podcast guests.
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TV Fame Changed Fanbase
- After Traitors Joe noticed his public recognition shifted from rugby crowds of middle-aged men to many women and a broader audience.
- He felt his rugby career was overshadowed by TV fame and had to adapt to new public interactions.
Prefer Being Busy To Boredom
- Embrace busy periods even if you can't fully enjoy them, because being busy is preferable to being idle.
- Accept gratitude for opportunity and balance breathing room with appreciation rather than resenting pace.
Star-Struck On Set
- Joe enjoyed meeting high-profile Traitors cast like Stephen Fry and felt both star-struck and grateful for the chance to play the game.
- He described filming as being locked up initially, not knowing full cast details until production start.