England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line
Episodes
Emma Sing
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up on a farm in a small hamlet in Devon, Emma Sing was surrounded by cows, lambs and loved jumping around hay bales. The Gloucester-Hartpury f...
Mo Hunt
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Missing out on World Cup selection in 2022 ‘shattered’ Mo Hunt’s world; she got drunk, turned her phone off and had to deal with thought of her ...
Guy Pepper
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Five nights in hospital with juvenile idiopathic arthritis is a blur for Guy Pepper; he was just seven years old. The Bath Rugby forward reveals how, ...
Joe Heyes
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From cognitive behavioral therapy, to body confidence issues and a night that resulted him being arrested, Joe Heyes has had more hurdles than most to...
Fraser Dingwall
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After a childhood of 'tantrums', Fraser Dingwall reveals how he developed fierce competitive instincts on the pitch and in the classroom, and how a po...
Ollie Chessum
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From welding at the family business to only match fee rugby contracts, Ollie Chessum has had an unconventional route into professional rugby. The Leic...
Henry Pollock
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There are few players who have had a rise in rugby like Henry Pollock; from starting a season playing in The Champ, to The Prem, reaching a Champions ...
Fin Baxter
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Being doubted is something that Fin Baxter has become comfortable with; his youthful looks often meant he felt he was targeted during his playing care...
Fin Smith
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From having to make the emotional choice between representing England or Scotland, to bailiffs threatening to enter his house in Worcester, Fin Smith ...
Mackenzie Carson
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From finding herself struggling with mental health to focusing issues, Mackenzie Carson’s ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) diagnosis ...
Morwenna Talling
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For Morwenna Talling being born and bred in Yorkshire hits differently. The Sale Sharks lock and back row forward opens up as to why she values her no...
Emily Scarratt
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After making peace with having to quit rugby because of injury, Emily Scarratt opens up on what it means to still be a Red Rose. The Loughborough Ligh...
Abi Burton
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An induced coma, a psychiatric ward and three months with no memory are just some of the challenges Abi Burton had to overcome in the autumn of 2022. ...
Steve Borthwick
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From a football-loving childhood in Carlisle, touring with Jonny Wilkinson at 18 to balancing a university lifestyle with professional rugby, England ...
Luke Cowan-Dickie
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From quitting drinking and gaming, to buying a horse and becoming a father, Sale Sharks hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie opens up to England Rugby Podcast: O2...
Tom Willis
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not only did Tom Willis grow up with brother Jack and sister Annabelle, but the back row forward reveals how it was growing up as part of a family who...
Chandler Cunningham-South
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leaving your family and friends to move halfway across to the world and pursue a potential career is not for everyone, but Chandler Cunningham-South e...
Anthony Watson
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Before his retirement, Anthony Watson sat down to talk about topics that are important to him. From growing up in England and struggling with his Nige...
Richard Wigglesworth
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From growing up on a dairy farm to the international stage, England senior assistant coach Richard Wigglesworth has had a intriguing upbringing that h...
Andrew Strawbridge
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After nearly having his life taken away from him because of sepsis, England assistant coach Andrew Strawbridge has a transformed outlook on life. Afte...
Jamie George
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The same day he was asked to be England captain, Jamie George found out his mum had been diagnosed with cancer. In this podcast, the Sarace...
Tommy Freeman
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Having had to cope with a teenage diagnosis of epilepsy and being let go from an academy because of his size, Tommy Freeman has overcome many hurdles ...
Sarah Bern
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From thriving while playing in a boys' team to embracing her dyslexia, Sarah Bern has always overcome challenges presented to her. The Bristol Bears a...
Maddie Feaunati
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Being born in Leeds, growing up in England and New Zealand, and understanding your Samoan culture, there has been a lot of cultural influences Maddie ...
Amy Cokayne
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Life away from rugby is just as important to Amy Cokayne as matters on the field. As an RAF police officer, the Leicester Tigers and Red Roses she has...
Meg Jones
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Being open and vocal is all part of what Meg Jones who she is. From growing up in Wales but choosing to represent England, to wanting to share her rel...
Zoe Aldcroft
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From meeting her fiancé to giving her confidence on and off the pitch, rugby has given Zoe Aldcroft so much in her life so far. The Gloucester-Hartpu...
Maud Muir
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From a desire to make people smile, to her photography and craft-making, Maud Muir puts as much into her time off the pitch as on it. The Red Roses an...
John Mitchell
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After being attacked and tied up during a robbery in South Africa, John Mitchell's perspective on life completely changed. The Red Roses head coach ta...
Dan Cole
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From a special friendship with Joe Marler, to doubting if he would ever play for England again, Dan Cole continues to make memories in rugby. The Leic...
Sam Underhill
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From USA to the West Country, plus a stint in Wales, Sam Underhill's journey to international rugby is an intriguing one. The Bath flanker speaks abou...
Ben Earl
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From a love of literature, to a talented young cricketer and a successful family environment, Ben Earl has had an intriguing upbringing. The Saracens ...
George Ford
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rugby is a driving force in George Ford's life. The Sale Sharks and England fly half opens up on growing up with a famous rugby league playing dad, on...
Ellie Kildunne
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ellie Kildunne loves weird, embraces different and individuality. The Red Roses and Harlequins full back understands the importance of image and being...
Holly Aitchison
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it has been overcoming social anxiety or her adult acne, Holly Aitchison has overcome a number of personal challenges to become the person and...
Sarah Beckett
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From a premature birth with her twin sister to selection heartbreak, Sarah Beckett has had to show her fair share of resilience. The Gloucester-Hartpu...
Tom Curry
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It was always about ‘we’ growing up with an identical twin for Tom Curry. The England and Sale Sharks flanker discusses their unique childhood tog...
Ollie Lawrence
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Showing emotions was not something that sat easily with Ollie Lawrence. The Bath and England centre opens up on his emotional maturity journey, his gr...
Lark Atkin-Davies
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From accepting a rugby player's body image, to combining a teaching career with rugby, Lark Atkin-Davies' journey to international rugby has been a fa...
Danny Care
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Making mistakes were part of growing up for Danny Care. The Harlequins scrum reflects on his lapses when establishing his rugby career and how they to...
Courtney Lawes
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Family is at the heart of everything Courtney Lawes believes in. The back row forward opens up about how his comments on social media on family life c...
Freddie Steward
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Despite playing consistently for England since his debut, full back Freddie Steward still has his doubts. The Leicester Tigers back opens up on some o...
Detysha Harper
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Despite being an upbeat, bubbly and sociable person, Detysha Harper's life has not always been easy. The Loughborough Lightning prop talks about her u...
Tatyana Heard
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As self-confessed introvert, Tatyana Heard is comfortable in her own company. The Gloucester-Hartpury centre talks about her journey back to internati...
Sarah Hunter
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As England's most capped ever player, Sarah Hunter has had her fair share of highs and lows. The Red Roses' captain reflects on some of her most painf...
Manu Tuilagi
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As one of the most talked about players of his generation, there are many facets to Manu Tuilagi’s life and career. However the Samoan-born centre h...
Maro Itoje
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maro Itoje is more than just a rugby player. From discussing racism within modern society, how black history is viewed in the western world and his co...
Henry Slade
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Being diagnosed with diabetes and developing an obsessive personality are two of the barriers that Henry Slade has overcome to play rugby for England....
Kevin Sinfield
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Family and friendship are something incredibly important to Kevin Sinfield. Following the diagnosis of motor neurone disease in his friend and former ...
Billy Vunipola
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rugby was a passion as well as a coping tool for Billy Vunipola. The Saracens number 8 reveals what it was like growing up in Tonga before moving to W...
Owen Farrell
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Owen Farrell and his dad Andy have a unique relationship. The Saracens back reveals what it was like growing watching him in an all-conquering Wigan W...
Hannah Botterman
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Being gay is not something that defines Hannah Botterman, she just want to be Hannah Botterman. The Red Roses and Saracens prop opens about about her ...
Marcus Smith
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Family and close bonds mean everything to Marcus Smith. The England and Harlequins fly half opens up about his upbringing and childhood growing up in ...
Rosie Galligan
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Having come back from two career-threatening injuries, Rosie Galligan knows more than most about the long road back. The Harlequins and Red Roses seco...
Sadia Kabeya
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up in south London, Sadia Kabeya did not come from a rugby background. The Red Roses and Loughborough Lightning flanker opens up about some of...
Jess Breach
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The balance between marketing yourself and abuse on social media is not a choice that Jess Breach wants to make. The Red Roses winger opens up on the ...
Simon Middleton
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From working in a glass factory to World Rugby coach of the year, Simon Middleton has an interesting story to tell. The Red Roses head coach opens up ...
Abbie Ward
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Best friend. Head coach. Husband. Red Roses lock Abbie Ward and Bristol Bears Women head coach Dave Ward have an unique sporting and personal relation...
Louis Deacon
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a former England men's international, Louis Deacon never envisaged himself getting involved in the women's game until he got offered the opportunit...
Marlie Packer
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Making the choice to balance a life in professional sport and becoming a parent is different for men and women, but one Marlie Packer wanted to embrac...
Shaunagh Brown
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up in south east London, where opportunity was seldom and crime was rife, early life for Shaunagh Brown was difficult. From knowing people tha...
Mark Atkinson
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Any time representing your country is special, but for Mark Atkinson coming on at Twickenham at the age of 31 felt even more memorable. The Gloucester...
Raffi Quirke
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Raffi Quirke doesn't want rugby to define him as a person. The Sale Sharks scrum half opens up about his passions and interests outside of the game in...
Lewis Ludlam
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up in Suffolk, there were not many people that looked like Lewis Ludlam. The Northampton Saints captain opens up about growing up mixed race i...
Ben Youngs
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up with 28 first cousins family was always going to mean a lot to Ben Youngs. As season nine of England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line returns,...
Joe Marler
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For Joe Marler, mental health is just as important as his physical health. After being diagnosed with depression and recommended medication and counse...
Vicky Fleetwood
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dealing with the loss of a loved one is always difficult, but Red Roses' flanker Vicky Fleetwood had to deal with the passing of her mum while trying ...
Kyle Sinckler
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From a chance rugby session in south London to playing for his country, Kyle Sinckler explains what life was really like for him growing up on this En...
Claudia MacDonald
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Claudia MacDonald opens up about living her life as sustainably as possible and how she combines that with being a professional rugby player on this w...
Ellis Genge
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ellis Genge talks candidly about his life growing up. He reveals how rugby potentially saved him from prison, his money struggles during his academy d...
Poppy Cleall
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Season eight of England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line returns with a new format with players telling their own stories, in their own words.The first e...
Davies and Harper - Six Nations winners, debut tales and sports psychology
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After the Red Roses are crowned 2021 Women's Six Nations champions, we speak to two players who featured in the win over France in the final in Lark D...
Kildunne and Millar-Mills - homework after debut, awkward situations and 'lukewarm is no good'
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of the 2021 Women’s Six Nations final, England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line, and Dylan Hartley, catch up with Wasps FC Ladies team mates Elli...
MacDonald and Riley – Scrum half battle, lockdown relationship training and a 10-year plan
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After the Red Roses book their place in the 2021 Women’s Six Nations final, this week’s England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line catches up with scru...
Fleetwood and McKenna - Sevens & XVs, rugby beauty regimes and sulphur springs
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line, Dylan is back with the Red Roses as he chats to Vicky Fleetwood and Sarah McKenna.Fresh from the w...
Botterman and Cleall - friendship, lockdown shows, first jobs and debuts
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As the 2021 Women's Six Nations is set to begin, we move our attention to the Red Roses as Hannah Botterman and Poppy Cleall join Dylan Hartley on Eng...
Eddie Jones & Simon Middleton - Six Nations review and Women's Six Nations preview
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is a head coach special on England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line as men's head coach Eddie Jones and women's head coach Simon Middleton chat to Dyl...
Ewels and Earl - 'special good', sandpit workouts, chess and enjoying competition
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On the England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line this week, Dylan catches up with Charlie Ewels and Ben Earl.Fresh off the back of victory over France at ...
Itoje and Obano - being cousins, a Nigerian upbringing, podcasts and documentaries
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cousins Maro Itoje and Beno Obano join Dylan Hartley on this week's England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line.We delve into the story of how Maro and Beno...
Lawes and Youngs - cheat meals, Eddie's test and when Twickenham shook
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Courtney Lawes and Ben Youngs sit down with their former captain Dylan Hartley on this week's England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line.The trio reminisce...
Cowan-Dickie and Slade - first impressions, taming the wild side and becoming dads
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's an Exeter Chiefs duo on England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line this week as Henry Slade and Luke Cowan-Dickie chat to Dylan Hartley.The pair talk ...
Robson and Stuart - first caps, Hollywood family history and DVT
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On the England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line podcast this week Dylan Hartley is chatting the scrum half Dan Robson and prop Will Stuart.Dylan gets to ...
Hill and Wilson - late starts, tour memories and lights out
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line, Dylan is chats to forwards Mark Wilson and Jonny Hill.The trio talk in depth on a number of topics...
Daly and Watson - talent shows, hair cuts and new camp life
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line returns for season seven ahead of the 2021 Guinness Six Nations.In the first podcast of the new year, Dylan ...
Daley-Mclean and Ward - mentality, marriage and the Red Roses
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of series six of England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line, Dylan Hartley sits down with Red Roses Abbie Ward and Katy Daley-Mclean.A...
Mako and Marler - scrums, discipline and mental health
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's a front row trio on England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line as Joe Marler and Mako Vunipola join Dylan Hartley for the penultimate episode of serie...
Heinz and Furbank - bubble camp life, unlikely friendships and first caps
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's the turn of Willi Heinz and George Furbank on the England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line as they chat to Dylan Hartley about all manner of topics ...
Hartley, Farrell and Hunter - an England captain's special
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With Dylan Hartley joined by current England captains Owen Farrell and Sarah Hunter we've got a leadership special for you this week on England Rugby ...
Cokayne and Beckett - national anthem struggles, hair braiding and lockdown fitness
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line Dylan Hartley sits down with Red Roses Women's Six Nations Grand Slam winners Amy Cokayne and Sarah...
George and Billy - skinfolds, Dylan v Jamie wrestling and goujons & chocolate
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dylan Hartley is back as season six of England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line continues as he sits down with former teammates Jamie George and Billy Vu...
Ford and May - the Red Rat, their friendship and bacon and eggs
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line is back!Season six returns with our new host Dylan Hartley speaking to former teammates George Ford and Jonn...
Jones on coronavirus, the best player he's worked with and memorable games
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line returns for a bonus episode from head coach Eddie Jones from Japan as he talks about how the coronavirus pan...
May on try scoring, leading out England and the squad's family feeling
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line sits down again with Jonny May as we catch-up with the wing from his first appearance on the pod. May talks ...
Bonus: Brown, Hunt and McKenna on being feminine, body image and social media
06 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of International Women's Day on Sunday, England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line sits down with three Red Roses in Shaunagh Brown, Natasha Hunt and...
Scarratt on her special shirt presentation song, the Olympics and being the world's best
03 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line switches focus to the Red Roses this week as World Rugby Women's Player of the Year Emily Scarratt talks abo...
Furbank on the England WhatsApp group, Take That tributes and the moustache
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Guinness Six Nations might take a break this weekend but England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line continues as we speak to full back George Furbank a...
Devoto on nickname Neil, being the family's second international and adapting with England
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As the Guinness Six Nations returns this weekend, England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line sits down with another guest in Exeter Chiefs centre Ollie Dev...
Ewels on captaincy, a none Japan WhatsApp group and sports psychology
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line sits down with Bath captain and lock Charlie Ewels as he talks about his leadership style, the none Japan WhatsA...
Lawes on 1,000 calorie shakes, big tackles and Eddie's influence
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line sits down with Northampton Saints lock Courtney Lawes as he speaks about his tackling technique, being able ...
Eddie Jones on 2019, Sir Alex Ferguson and the future
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Eddie Jones is our first guest for as series five of the England Rugby Podcast: O2 Inside Line returns ahead of the 2020 Guinness Six Nations.Former E...