The Good, The Bad & The Rugby
Episodes
Mad Dog Unleashed: Lewis Moody
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
England legend Lewis Moody joins Payno and Tins to celebrate his remarkable career. From untold tactics behind the 2003 Rugby World Cup triumph to the...
Marler & Brown: The Anglo Inquisition
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Marler and Mike Brown join Payno and Tins for the Anglo Inquisition, dissecting England’s Six Nations. The team tackle the 2003 legends criticis...
Go Down Swinging: England’s French Test
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After one of the wildest weekends of the Six Nations, the boys are back to break it all down. Payno, Tins, Jonny May and Ben Kayser dive into Scotland...
Inside the Storm: England’s Plan to Bounce Back
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After a tough set of runs for England, Alex and Hask head to Allianz to speak with those at the heart of the storm. First-up, the lads sit down with C...
Panic or Don't Panic? Dissecting England’s Twickenham Defeat
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Payno, Hask, and Tins dissect England's bruising Twickenham defeat to Ireland. While fans and press go into meltdown, the boys urge calm, separating e...
Humble Pie with Mike Brown
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Brown returns to share a slice of humble pie after Scotland’s Calcutta Cup masterclass. We dissect Finn Russell’s "matador" magic, England’...
The Full English With Hask & Brown
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Calcutta Cup week! Payno, Hask & Mike Brown preview England’s trip to Murrayfield and ask if Gregor Townsend get a response out of his team. ...
Six Nations Preview: Kayser, Horgan & Tindall
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Kayser and Shane Horgan join Payno and Tins for the GBR Six Nations preview. They discuss Andy Farrell’s "real test" amid Ireland’s injury cri...
Beast Mode: The Cost of Being The World's Strongest Man
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Eddie "The Beast" Hall joins Payno and Hask for a a raw, unmissable episode. From becoming the first human to deadlift 500kg to being crowned the Worl...
The Making of a DOR: Phil Dowson
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Northampton Saints boss Phil Dowson reveals the secrets behind their success, from the recruitment process to the brutal reality of cutting players. ...
The Making of a DOR: Mike Brown
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Payno & Hask, as they chat with Mike Brown about his transition from player to Sporting Director at Esher Rugby Club. They delve into his new rol...
Marler Joins the GBR Round Table
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The rugby icon turned reality star spills Traitors secrets, revealing why fellow England International Jonny May would be the ultimate Traitor. He dis...
Rugby's Greatest Unions: Teague, Winterbottom, Richards
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
England’s iconic 90s back row - Mike Teague, Peter Winterbottom, and Dean Richards - reunite to discuss the "brutal self-policing" of their era. Fro...
Rugby v Potter: The Phelps Twins Christmas Special
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hask and Tins reunite with their old pals James and Oliver Phelps, better known as the legendary Weasley twins from Harry Potter. In the muggle world,...
The Beautiful Mind of Alex Coles
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Northampton and England’s Alex Coles “The Educator” looks back on the WWE-style headlock that sparked his unforgettable nickname. He breaks down...
State Of The Game: The Free-to-Air Revolution
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Payne and Mike Tindall dive into the seismic news of ITV securing the rights to the New Nations Series from 2026-2028, making them the undisputed...
Bismarck on his Brother, the Boks and Brutal Hits
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we welcome World Cup winner - and one of the most feared front-rowers in rugby history - Bismarck du Plessis! Bismarck dives deep into the...
The Springboks - The Ultimate Pantomime Villain?
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After one of the spiciest weekends in rugby, Payno and Tins are joined by Springbok legend Bob Skinstad and Ireland's Geordan Murphy to break down the...
No. 3 In The World, 2 Drop Goals, 1 TikTok - England beat the All Blacks
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
England make history by beating the All Blacks for only the 9th time in 120 years! The panel breaks down the performance, from George Ford's genius tw...
The Litmus Test: England v All Blacks
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Former All Black Nick Evans joins the team to unpack an epic Test weekend! We deep-dive into the Springboks' win over France, and ask… Are the Sprin...
Borthball & The Golden Pollock
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Alex Payne, Mike Tindall, James Haskell, and Ben Kayser as they look back on England’s win over Australia and discuss Henry Pollock's unbelieva...
Rebuilding Welsh Rugby
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Autumn Internationals are around the corner but Welsh Rugby is due for major surgery… which region will the Welsh Rugby Union cut by the end of ...
The England Fly-Half Debate
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The first major peak of the season is nearly here with the Autumn Nations Series, and the new England squad announcement has delivered two massive hea...
Andy Farrell: The Making of a World-Class Coach
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hask and Payno explore the making of Andy Farrell, a two-time Man of Steel forged in a tough Wigan environment. Sitting down to launch his new book, T...
Brown v May: When England Teammates Clash
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Former England teammates Mike Brown and Jonny May join the dream team for a revealing chat on the intense world of professional rugby. Brown, fresh fr...
Peter O'Mahony: Rassie, Retirement & Regret
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Irish legend Peter O’Mahony kicks off the Season 6 opener. Newly retired, the lifelong Munster fan reflects on Anthony Foley’s passing and the arr...
The Red Roses are Rugby World Cup CHAMPIONS 🏆
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The morning after the night before… Elma heads into Red Roses camp to see what state the World Cup WINNERS are in. Scaz, Mo, Meg, Hannah Botterman, ...
BREAKING NEWS - Before Season Six Kicks Off…
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Before season six of The Good, The Bad and The Rugby kicks off, we’ve got something new for you. We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our ...
Were The Aussie’s Robbed This Series?
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's our last episode of the season and the team is in Sydney to debrief on the third and final Lions Test match. After a dramatic series, the lads di...
Lions 3rd Test Preview LIVE from Sydney
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
James O'Connor joins Alex Payne, Mike Tindall, and James Haskell at the Establishment in Sydney to break down the highly anticipated third and final t...
The Lions' Quest for a Whitewash
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Payno, Hask, and Tins from stunning Sydney. The "Dream Team" shares insights from corridor chats with Maro Itoje, as they discuss pushing for an ...
The Morning After The Night Before... Lions!
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Melbourne drizzle can't dampen the glow of morning glory for the Good, The Bad, and The Rugby! After a night celebrating the Lions' historic serie...
The BIG 2nd Test Preview - Lions v Australia
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Alex Payne, James Haskell, and Mike Tindall from Melbourne, with special guest Wallabies legend Justin Harrison! This raucous episode kicks off...
Mid-week Madness: Farrell and Pollock in fights Graham in tears.
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From Marvel Stadium, the team unpacks the Lions’ narrow win over First Nations & Pacifica XV and previews the second test. Hear key analysis and who...
Kurtley Beale from Rock Bottom to Lions Comeback
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Hask and Payno in Melbourne as they sit down with Wallabies legend Kurtley Beale. Just days before captaining the First Nations and Pasifika XV a...
Lions v Australia - 1st Test Preview
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here. We. Go. Coming to you from Australia - Payno, Hask, The Lord and World Cup Winner Jeremy Paul preview Saturday’s opening test match between th...
GBR Land Down Under
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Payne, James Haskell, Mike Tindall and Greg Laidlaw gather poolside in Brisbane to unpack all the latest from the British & Irish Lions tour. Wit...
Quick Tap: Lions DEMOLISH Invitational AUNZ
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The sea of red has arrived. The British & Irish Lions rain down tries with a brutal 0-48 victory against the Invitational AUNZ. Join Graham Simmons an...
Quick Tap: Test Spots WIDE OPEN
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Graham Simmons and our very own 2017 Lion James Haskell reunite to discuss the latest Lions lineup up against the mighty Invitational AUNZ in Adelaide...
Jon Fox Davies on 2013, O'Driscoll & All That...
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re joined in studio by Jonathan "Fox" Davies, a Lions legend who knows what it takes to win a series. We dissect the "very Test match feel" of th...
Quick Tap: Lions WIN SCRAPPY in Sydney
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The British & Irish Lions survive Sydney with a slippery win against NSW Waratahs 10-21. Join Graham Simmons and former 2013 & 2017 Lion Jonathan Davi...
Quick Tap: Owen Farrell IS BACK!
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Graham Simmons and 2013 & 2017 Lion Jonathan Davies discuss Owen Farrell’s monumental return to the British and Irish Lions, making him the 5th play...
Conor Murray: Calm Through the Storm
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Settle in, Dream Team! This is one of GBR’s longest and most in-depth episodes, featuring Irish and Lions legend Conor Murray. Known for his humble ...
Quick Tap: Lions HALF CENTURY in Perth
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The British & Irish Lions strike hot on Australian soil with a sizzling 7-54 victory against Western Force in Perth. Join Graham Simmons and former Li...
Quick Tap: Pollock UNLEASHED at 8
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Graham Simmons and 2021 Lion Hamish Watson dive into Andy Farrell's greatly anticipated second British & Irish Lions XV for the 2025 Tour. With Wester...
The Man. The Myth. The Lions Legend - Finlay Calder
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are honoured to host the inspirational Finlay Calder OBE, captain of the iconic 1989 British & Irish Lions! Prepare for a journey back to...
Quick Tap: The Lions' Wake-Up Call
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The British & Irish Lions' tour started with a jolt as Argentina pulled off a stunning 24-28 victory in Dublin. Join Graham Simmons and former Lion Sh...
Quick Tap: Farrell's First Lions XV
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lions guru Graham Simmons and 2005 Lion Shane Horgan sink their teeth into Andy Farrell's hotly anticipated first British & Irish Lions XV for the 202...
Alun Wyn Jones and The Ultimate Lions Preview
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an exclusive, in-depth conversation with rugby royalty, Alun Wyn Jones, the most capped men's rugby player in history. From his first tour...
Bath v Leicester & England's Summer Showdown
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the lads dive deep into the Gallagher Premiership Final, an old-school clash between Bath and Leicester! Alex, Hask, and Jonny May preview ...
Henry Pollock, Ellis Genge & Michael Cheika Join Us At The Rugby Awards!
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join James Haskell from the 2025 Rugby Awards as he dives into the Gallagher Premiership semi-finals, featuring Bath v Bristol and Leicester v Sale Sh...
From Champions Cup Glory To Sevens Slashes: Mike Friday & Rugby’s Future
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vive Bordeaux! Ex-England, Kenya and USA Sevens coach, Mike Friday dives into a jaw-dropping week of rugby alongside Payno and Hask. The lads debate t...
"Are You Not Entertained?!" Why Saints v Bordeaux Will Be Epic!
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for the Investec Champions Cup final! This week, we're breaking down the Anglo-French showdown between Northampton Saints and Bordeaux, with...
Freeman's A Lion, Your Defence is Terrified!
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Northampton and England winger Tommy Freeman joins the pod for a laugh-out-loud, raw and at times deeply personal chat. Fresh off a Lions call-up and ...
Oh When The Saints Go Marching In!
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Filmed in style at the House of Rémy Martin, this week’s episode finds Alex, Hask, and Jonny May enjoying life in Cognac-deep in wine country and n...
French Lessons: England's Cross-Channel Wake-Up Call
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As French club rugby thrives, English rugby finds itself at a crossroads. Alex and Tins are joined by Jonny May, Courtney Lawes, and rugby powerbroker...
From Lions Coach To Life Coach: Craig White
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Godfather of Strength and Conditioning. Fresh from the misty mountains of Peru, Al and Hask are joined by Hask's former Conditioning Coach at Was...
Henry Pollock: He’s in your head! PLUS Jack Willis joins from Toulouse
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2-time Investec Champions Cup Winner Geordan Murphy joins Hask and Payno to break down the weekend’s action. Leinster have activated cheat mode with...
Epic Cup Knockouts & Lions Spots on the Line!
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Benjamin Kayser joins Hask and Tins to break down all the action from the Investec Champions Cup knockout stages. What’s next for La Rochelle under...
Richard the Lionheart: Wigglesworth’s Next Crusade
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh from his appointment to the British & Irish Lions coaching team, Richard Wigglesworth joins The Good, the Bad & the Rugby for a deep dive into h...
John Mitchell: From All Blacks to Red Roses – And Everything In Between
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alex, Hask, and Tins sit down with Red Roses Head Coach John Mitchell to reflect on his diverse coaching career. At just 37, he became Head Coach of t...
Are England The Dog’s Pollocks?
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alex, Hask, and Tins break down the final weekend of the Six Nations, with England finishing on a high and France securing the title. They discuss Eng...
Hask & May vs. Doc & Fox
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The battle lines are drawn as England take on Wales in rugby’s fiercest rivalry! With Payno and Tins away, Hask takes the wheel alongside Jonny May,...
La Finale: Ireland v France
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The French press have dubbed it La Finale, and with everything on the line, Ireland v France promises to be an epic showdown. Alex and Tins are joined...
What’s with the Twickenham Boos?
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Dream Team is back to unpack Round 3 of the Guinness Six Nations. England edge past Scotland, but are their tactics killing the excitement? Twicke...
Tunnel Bust-Ups & Braveheart Battles
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alex and Hask are joined by former Scotland and Glasgow Warriors tyro Ryan Wilson—who famously sparked the 2018 tunnel bust-up—to dive into the En...
England BACK, Gats SACKED, Scotland CRACK!
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Good, The Bad & The Rugby team is back to dissect all the action from Round 2 of the Six Nations! Are England truly back? Alex, Hask, and Tins bre...
England v France with Ben Kayser
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the Six Nations heats up, Alex, Hask, and Tins are joined by French rugby expert Ben Kayser to dissect the key moments from Round 1 and preview the...
The Six Nations... Don't Mess With It!
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of GBR, the team dives into the highly anticipated Six Nations tournament. Is it the greatest rugby competition in the world? Former...
Bill Sweeney Breaks His Silence
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this gripping episode of The Good, The Bad, and The Rugby, Alex, Hask, and Tins sit down with Bill Sweeney, the embattled CEO of the RFU, as he fac...
Luke Pearce on Ref Bashing, Diving, and Interfering TMO’s
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Good, The Bad & The Rugby, the team is joined by top referee Luke Pearce for an in-depth exploration of the challenges facing r...
Cry God for England, Saints, and George!
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
George Furbank reunites with his fellow "Negatron" - Hask, to reminisce about their brief encounter together at Northampton. Alongside Payno, they r...
When Jonny May’s Secret Santa Was a Live Chicken!
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us at the Allianz (May) Stadium for a special recording on the day of Jonny May’s testimonial. Santa has visited the lads and Jonny recalls the...
Rugby's Top 10 Stars Right Now
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting episode, we dive into the world of the brightest names in rugby—those whose talent, charisma, and marketability make them global ic...
Cohen, Tindall, Vickery on Unbreakable: England 2003
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of mental health and violence that some listeners may find distressing. Join The Good, The Bad & T...
Keown, Arsenal, and the Manchester United Rivalry Revisited
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From that iconic Van Nistelrooy clash to behind-the-scenes contract negotiations with Sir Alex Ferguson, Martin Keown pulls no punches as he opens up ...
Quick Tap: Ireland v Australia & Lions XV Debate
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who would make your Lions XV? As the autumn draws to a close, Alex Goode and Charlie Morgan are joined by former Ireland hooker and pundit extraordi...
GB7s Kicks Off!
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The World Sevens Series kicks off in Dubai this weekend - where GB7s men & women will take on the best teams in the world & start their epic internati...
Ireland & Scotland to Dominate the Lions Squad?
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on The Good, The Bad & The Rugby, Payno is joined by Ireland legend Shane Horgan and former Scotland captain Rory Lawson for a jam-packed ep...
Quick Tap - England’s Autumn Report Card
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Alex Goode and Charlie Morgan as they break it all down from Twickenham! England’s Autumn series wrapped up with just one win in four matches—...
S5 Ep11: The Anglo-Welsh Inquisition
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Payno, Hask & Tins are joined by England speedster Jonny May and Wales legend Jon "Fox" Davies to debrief on an Autumn to forget for both nations. Jus...
Quick Tap: England v South Africa Post-Match Analysis
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Quick Tap is back with The Daily Telegraph's Charlie Morgan and England full-back Alex Goode. Together, they break down the defining moments from ...
S5 Ep10: Johann van Graan on Rassie, the Springboks, and Bath’s Rise
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alex, Hask, and Tins are joined by Bath Head Coach Johann van Graan, whose high coaching IQ has propelled Bath to the top of the Premiership. With a c...
Quick Tap: England v Australia Post-Match Analysis
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Quick Tap is back with The Daily Telegraph's Charlie Morgan and England full-back Alex Goode. Together, they break down the defining moments from ...
S5 Ep9: Rugby’s Next Big Boss? Dr. Brett Robinson Steps Up
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alex, Hask, and Tins are joined by Dr. Brett Robinson, former Australian Wallaby and front-runner to be the next Chair of World Rugby. With his sons a...
Quick Tap: England v All Blacks Post-Match Analysis
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing The Quick Tap with The Daily Telegraph's Charlie Morgan and England full-back Alex Goode. Together, they break down the defining moments f...
S5 Ep8: England's TOP 3 Wins Over the All Blacks
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this epic episode of Good Bad Rugby, Payno takes a deep dive into England’s three most unforgettable victories over the mighty All Blacks. Join M...
S5 Ep7: Will Greenwood Previews England's Autumn
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Hask and Tins away, we’ve got a special lineup for this episode. Alongside Payno is World Cup winner Will Greenwood, bringing his expert insigh...
S5 Ep6: Steve Backshall is Rugby's Wildest Fan
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alex, Hask, and Tins are back with their most thrilling episode yet—TV's ultimate adventurer, Steve Backshall, is in the hot seat! Get ready for jaw...
S5 Ep5: Johnny Sexton - Obsessed
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Good, The Bad & The Rugby crew sits down with Ireland rugby legend, Johnny Sexton. He’s the most decorated Irish rugby player of all time, a leg...
S5 Ep4: Premiership Rugby’s Financial Reckoning
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alex, Hask, and Tins dive into the financial future of Premiership Rugby. Special guest Alex Cadwallader, Director at Leonard Curtis, joins the crew t...
S5 Ep3: Jonny May's New Life in France
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we take you to one of the most prestigious events in French rugby – La Nuit du Rugby in Paris. Often referred to as the "Oscars of French...
S5 Ep2: Season Kick-off with GBR & Friends
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us live at Underbelly Boulevard Soho for the exciting launch of the new season with The Good, The Bad & The Rugby team, featuring special guests ...
S5 Ep1: Signing Of The Season: Michael Cheika
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Payno and Hask kick off Season 5 with a banger as they dive into the extraordinary career of Michael Cheika, heading up to Leicester to meet the Premi...
S4: Johnny Fisher - Boxing's Next "World-Class Prospect" | The Lock-In
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune into "The Lock-In" with James Haskell as he chats with heavyweight boxer Johnny Fisher, the man Eddie Hearn calls Fisher a "world-class prospect"...
S4: GBR Reacts: Ireland beat the Boks | England come close in NZ | Wales fall short to Wallabies
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Ireland beat World Champions South Africa, GBR reacts to the big games of the weekend with Mike Tindall, Shane Horgan & Jon "Fox" Davies. GBR Reac...
S4: GBR Reacts: All Blacks v England | Australia v Wales | Springboks v Ireland
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following an action-packed weekend of international rugby, Alex Payne catches up with Mike Tindall, Jon “Fox” Davies, and Shane Horgan to analyse ...
S4: GBR Reacts: Jack Willis at the double
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hask is joined by Jack Willis following Toulouse's victory in the Top 14. After the collapse of his previous club Wasps, Jack has achieved great su...
S4: James Haskell does Tour de France
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hask heads to Monaco to delve into the secrets of the Tour de France, the pinnacle of cycling. Joining forces with 2018 Tour champion Geraint Thomas a...
S4: GBR Reacts: Japan v England
23 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
International rugby is back! Payno, Tins, and Jonny May share their thoughts on the first weekend of the Summer Tests, discussing Japan vs England and...