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.
Episodes
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Jul 24, 2025 • 52min
A new Wales coach, Abi Tierney and Jac's a Test Lion
Ben James and Steffan Thomas react to the news that Jac Morgan is in the Lions' squad for the second Test against the Wallabies, as well as the news that Steve Tandy is the new Wales coach. While in Melbourne, Ben also speaks to WRU CEO Abi Tierney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 17, 2025 • 44min
A win at last - but there's trouble brewing
Ben James and Steffan Thomas pick apart Wales' win over Japan in Kobe, as well as the WRU's announcement that a reduction to two or three teams will be considered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 9, 2025 • 42min
18 in a row and the Blair Murray interview
Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss Wales' 24-19 defeat to Japan in Kitakyushu, while Ben sits down with Wales full-back Blair Murray in Kobe ahead of the second Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 2, 2025 • 34min
The Japan vs Wales preview: Joe Roberts interview, serious heat and maybe a long-awaited win...?
The Welsh Rugby Podcast is back with a bang!
Ben James is out in the heat and humidity of Japan ahead of Wales' summer tour - join him as he sits down to chat with Wales centre Joe Roberts!
John Jones also joins us on this weeks' show to go through the latest news and analysis in the world of Welsh rugby.
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Jun 4, 2025 • 35min
Another season done and dusted
Ben James and Steffan Thomas reflect on the Scarlets' URC play-off defeat to Leinster, as the curtain comes down on the 2024/25 season for Wales' clubs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 28, 2025 • 42min
Four into three and the Scarlets' URC play-off run
Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the latest crisis in Welsh rugby, as well as the Scarlets' upcoming URC play-off clash with Leinster in Dublin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 14, 2025 • 36min
Welsh rugby divided again and the play-offs in sight
Ben James and Steffan Thomas sit down to discuss the latest crisis in Welsh rugby, with the Ospreys and Scarlets having not signed the new PRA, as well as previewing the final weekend of the URC season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 14, 2025 • 25min
Lions squad reaction and Jac Morgan's 'emotional' plane journey
Ben James and John Jones react to the British and Irish Lions squad announcement, while we hear from Jac Morgan following his call-up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 7, 2025 • 36min
Lions squad beckons and Welsh sides in South Africa
Ben James and Steffan Thomas discuss the Welsh team's hopes in South Africa, as well as this week's British and Irish Lions squad announcement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 30, 2025 • 36min
The Pat Lam podcast
Ben James and Steffan Thomas head to Bristol Bears' training base to speak to their head coach, Pat Lam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
