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Ben James is joined by Simon Thomas and Andy Howell to discuss what the future holds for Welsh rugby after the coronavirus pandemic.With the WRPA making a strongly-worded statement and suggestions finances will be hit heavily, our writers join forces remotely to look at what could happen.Again, apologies for any sound issues from recording remotely.

Matthew Southcombe is joined by Ben James to discuss another of our writers' favourite matches from the past.This time, it's Ben's turn to reminisce and the 2017 Second Test between New Zealand and the British and Irish Lions is on the agenda. From Sonny Bill Williams' red card to Taulupe Faletau's world class try, there's plenty to discuss.

Ben James is joined by Wales and Ospreys legend James Hook to relive the five matches that changed his life. There's matches for Neath, Ospreys and Wales in there - plus some very special games against England!

Host Ben James is joined by Rugby World writer Alan Dymock to discuss the pieces of rugby content he's chosen for his isolation rugby care package. From players clapping their own tries from the stands, cross-code battles that could only happen in the 90s and Jonah Lomu saving the life of a fish in silver Adidas trainers, this podcast has it all.You can view all of Alan's videos in this YouTube playlist; https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBuJ7DytIlw6NYgFD0nXDUuGzM94HGirW The only vidoe missing is the Felipe Contempomi clip which can be found here:https://twitter.com/DamianDerrick/status/1052230109413945346

Ben James is joined by Wales dual code legend Jonathan Davies to relive five matches that changed his life. His Wales debut against England, the moment he broke through for Neath and that try against Australia for Great Britain at Wembley all feature.

Ben James is joined by rugby writer Andy Howell to relive another classic game. This time it's Wales v Western Samoa in the 1995 Rugby League World Cup. Despite being a league match, a number of union stars featured in a classic match at the Vetch.

A bonus episode as Matt Southcombe sits down for a coffee with Wales stars Dillon Lewis and Cory Hill to talk lockdown, their friendship and their first days in professional rugby.They also discussed a challenge that they're undertaking, riding 220 miles - the length of Wales - on a static bike.The challenge is in aid of Welsh cancer charity Tenovus, you can donate to their cause using the following link: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/cory-hill

Ben James is joined by Premier Sports presenter Ross Harries to discuss his video selections for his isolation rugby care package and it's a cracker. It features forwards kicking drop goals, one of the great Llanelli victories, a passionate rugby fan and a lot of Radnorshire references!Forwards taking drop goalshttps://youtube.com/watch?v=WpI8qM6K8SoLlanelli v Australia '92https://youtube.com/watch?v=Gg3LLrvue_4Lydiate the Chopper (Radnor reference for you)https://youtube.com/watch?v=3i2G1akkz-EStuart Broad Ultimate Lions fanhttps://sportindustry.biz/tv/robert-walters-recruits-ultimate-lions-fan

Ben James is joined by rugby writer Mark Orders in the latest episode in the series of our writers regaling tales of their favourite matches. This time, it's the classic encounter between Wales and New Zealand at the 2003 World Cup.

Ben James, Matthew Southcombe, Mark Orders and special guest Owain Jones embrace the spirit of the NFL draft for their own Welsh Rugby Draft. With every player from the four regions available for selection, they have to pick a matchday squad in the traditional draft system - taking it in turns to choose a player from the board. Which team do you think is best?Apologies for some sound issues - there was a problem with a microphones midway through.

Ben James is joined by Matthew Southcombe to discuss the first of his favourite matches. For this episode, Matt has chosen the 2019 World Cup quarter-final between Wales and France - a game that didn't exactly lack in drama, even if it was at times devoid of Welsh quality.Also, apologies for any drop in sound quality. This was recorded over Zoom due to the current circumstances. We hope you understand.We've also moved podcast provider recently and you can listen to our podcast first by downloading the Global Player on iOS or Google Stores. More details here:https://twitter.com/GlobalPlayerhttps://www.globalplayer.com/

Ben James is joined by YouTube sensation Squidge Rugby for the first episode in a new series that provides you with the ultimate rugby playlist on YouTube. With everyone confined to their houses at the moment, what better way to spend time than listening to Squidge talk about his essential rugby viewing - from Wales' 2015 World Cup win over England to a monkey puppet being kicked about by Rhys Patchell.You can find all the clips to watch on our Twitter: @WelshRugbyPodWe've also moved podcast provider recently and you can listen to our podcast first by downloading the Global Player on iOS or Google Stores. More details here:https://twitter.com/GlobalPlayerhttps://www.globalplayer.com/

In a new series where our rugby writers talk us through their favourite matches, Simon Thomas speaks about Wales' famous victory over South Africa in 1999 For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Lee Byrne joins Ben James to discuss the five matches that defined his rugby career, including that unforgettable victory over England in 2008 and the Ospreys' first league title in 2010. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Ben James and Matthew Southcombe go over what the current coronavirus crisis means for Welsh rugby and how it will affect the clubs, regions and national team. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

A special live episode of the Welsh Rugby Podcasts as we headed up to Cilfynydd RFC to record a bumper episode with Nigel Owens and James Hook to raise money for the WRU's flood relief fund.These are the best bits from that night. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Ben James is joined by Andy Howell to look over the Wales team to face Scotland, assess what their chances are this weekend and weigh up whether the match should even be going ahead amid the growing coronavirus crisis. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Ben James is joined by Sean Holley to take stock of Wales' performances in the Six Nations so far and analyse their game - including why the defence isn't functioning properly at the moment and how there are signs of progress in attack. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Ben James is joined by Andy Howell and Simon Thomas to pick the bones from Wales' 33-30 defeat to England at Twickenham. Red cards, angry coaches and Joe Marler's antics are all on the menu.Follow us on Twitter @WelshRugbyPod For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Ben James, Simon Thomas and Matthew Southcombe sit down to look over the teams named for Wales' trip to Twickenham to face England this Saturday. The returns of Liam Williams and Josh Navidi are discussed, as is Dan Biggar's miraculous recovery. And we hear from Gavin Henson about *that* kick in 2005. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy