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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Apr 1, 2026 • 37min
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.
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Mar 18, 2026 • 45min
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.
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Mar 11, 2026 • 34min
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.
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Feb 25, 2026 • 37min
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.
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Feb 17, 2026 • 48min
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.
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Feb 13, 2026 • 35min
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.
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Feb 4, 2026 • 38min
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.
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Jan 28, 2026 • 53min
The week from hell and a Six Nations launch to follow
Dewi Lake, Wales international and national captain, reflects on keeping the squad focused amid club uncertainty. He speaks about handling Ospreys-related distractions and the team's mindset at the Six Nations launch. Short, candid takes on managing pressure, maintaining clarity, and preparing for the big opening match.
Jan 14, 2026 • 35min
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.
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Jan 7, 2026 • 48min
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.
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