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Rugby Unity

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Hosted by Eddie Jones, Ewen McKenzie, and David Pembroke, Rugby Unity is the global rugby podcast that tackles the game’s biggest issues — on and off the field. This is where strong opinions meet smart analysis. Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie bring decades of international coaching experience at the very top level, while David Pembroke draws on 35 years as a rugby journalist and strategist. Together, they cut through the noise with insights you won’t hear anywhere else. Rugby Unity is more than a podcast. It’s a community of fans, players, coaches, and leaders committed to securing rugby’s future prosperity worldwide. One sport. Millions of voices. This is Rugby Unity. Get in touch: info@rugbyunity.com.au Have your question answered on the show: Rugby Unity Survey Get FREE exclusive content: Substack Dive into the world of rugby: YouTube | TikTok | Instagram | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What is Rugby Unity about?

Hosted by Eddie Jones, Ewen McKenzie, and David Pembroke, Rugby Unity is the global rugby podcast that tackles the game’s biggest issues, on and off the field. This is where strong opinions meet smart analysis.

What has Rugby Unity covered recently?

Recent episodes include "CANADA STUN ENGLAND + Mark Nawaqanitawase decision, Les Kiss and the Wallabies" (26 October 2026, 64 minutes), "BLEDISLOE 2 REVIEW: All Blacks attack clicks as Wallabies fall again + Canada stop the Red Roses record run!" (19 October 2026, 66 minutes), and "BLEDISLOE 2 PREVIEW: The Curse of the No. 10 Jersey! Steve Hansen & Ewen McKenzie" (16 October 2026, 73 minutes).

How often does Rugby Unity publish?

Rugby Unity publishes roughly a few times a week, with episodes averaging 69 minutes across 169 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Rugby Unity?

Booking probability for Rugby Unity is 44%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Rugby Unity requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Rugby Unity's contact route on record: verified email.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #159

    CANADA STUN ENGLAND + Mark Nawaqanitawase decision, Les Kiss and the Wallabies

    Oct 26, 20261h 4mS2

    Canada have done it again, beating England 31–22 in Ottawa to win the series and defend the Utrecht Shield, and the big question now is what John Mitchell does next with selections, standards, and motivation. David...

  • Episode #157

    BLEDISLOE 2 REVIEW: All Blacks attack clicks as Wallabies fall again + Canada stop the Red Roses record run!

    Oct 19, 20261h 6mS2

    The Wallabies wear another heavy loss to New Zealand, and David Pembroke, Ewen McKenzie and Steve Hansen don’t sugar-coat it: a brutal first half, too much aimless kicking, and not enough composure when Australia...

  • Episode #156

    BLEDISLOE 2 PREVIEW: The Curse of the No. 10 Jersey! Steve Hansen & Ewen McKenzie

    Oct 16, 20261h 13mS2

    David Pembroke, Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie rip into the biggest talking point from All Blacks v Wallabies: Eddie Jones’ effort stats, and what they really say about mindset, speed off the ground, and being ready for...

  • Episode #153

    Paisami Ban, Bledisloe squads & 1 Year to RWC 2027: Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie react

    Oct 2, 20261h 4mS2

    With one year to go until Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia, David Pembroke sits down with Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie to talk hype, tickets, fan energy, and what teams should actually be doing 12 months out. The...

  • Episode #152

    WHAT HAPPENED?! Wallabies stun Springboks + chaotic last 15 minutes & WXV Roundup

    Sep 28, 20261h 9mS2

    The Wallabies beat the Springboks in Perth, and David Pembroke, Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie break down how Australia did it, why Sua'ali'i looked far more influential on the wing, and what it means heading into the...

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  • Episode #151

    13 CHANGES: Wallabies v Springboks in Perth + WXV Preview

    Sep 25, 20261h 24mS2

    Rassie Erasmus has named a Springboks side with 13 changes for Perth, and it’s sparked the big question: is this a golden Wallabies opportunity, or just another Springbok test of depth? David Pembroke, Steve Hansen and...

  • Episode #150

    Wallabies v Springboks preview with Steven Kitshoff from For the Love of Rugby South Africa!

    Sep 21, 202647 minS2

    David Pembroke is joined by a special guest, two-time Springbok World Cup-winning prop Steven Kitshoff from For the Love of Rugby South Africa, alongside Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie, for a wide-ranging Rugby Unity...

  • Episode #149

    New Zealand Rugby’s $66m warning + WXV Global Series & Wallabies Squad

    Sep 18, 20261h 14mS2

    New Zealand Rugby has fired a serious warning shot: forecast losses of $66 million over five years, and a structure they say is unsustainable, even after banking $9 million from Baltimore. David Pembroke and Ewen...

  • Episode #148

    Greatest Rivalry Test 4: Boks Beat All Blacks in Baltimore – Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie react

    Sep 14, 20261h 6mS2

    Baltimore delivered a classic as the Springboks beat the All Blacks 43-28 to seal the series 3-1, and David Pembroke is joined by Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie to pull apart what swung it. The panel praises South...

  • Episode #147

    Greatest Rivalry Test 4: Springboks v All Blacks in Baltimore USA + WXV Launch

    Sep 11, 20261h 4mS2

    World Rugby’s strategic plan gets a real-time test this weekend, with the All Blacks and Springboks taking their rivalry to Baltimore, and the WXV Global Series and Challenger Series launching across Europe and Hong...

  • Episode #146

    Greatest Rivalry Test 3: South Africa’s scrum, maul, and mindset break New Zealand

    Sep 7, 20261h 16mS2

    Springboks 29, All Blacks 24 in Soweto, and it’s the classic story: power, precision, and tiny moments. David Pembroke, Steve Hansen, and Ewen McKenzie break down how South Africa’s scrum and maul delivered when it...

  • Episode #145

    Greatest Rivalry: WHO WINS IN SOWETO? Springboks v All Blacks + Wallabies 2 from 2 in Argentina?

    Sep 4, 20261h 4mS2

    The All Blacks and Springboks are locked at 1-1, but the noise is everywhere: the “walking around” scrum controversy, Rassie’s late team change, and what altitude at FNB Stadium really does to game plans. David...

  • Episode #144

    Greatest Rivalry Test 2: BOKS BOUNCE BACK! Scrums, steals, selections + Wallabies beat Argentina

    Aug 31, 20261h 1mS2

    Springboks 33, All Blacks 26 in Cape Town, and Ewen McKenzie reckons it came down to tiny moments that swung everything: a Kolbe intercept, Malcolm Marx turnovers, and South Africa banking every shot at goal while New...

  • Episode #143

    Springboks v All Blacks: Rassie reacts in Cape Town + Eddie Jones & Argentina v Wallabies

    Aug 28, 20261h 4mS2

    Cape Town is set for a backlash. The Springboks are wounded, the All Blacks are rolling, and the second Test of the greatest rivalry could swing on discipline, scrum pressure, and who handles the opening 20 minutes...

  • Episode #142

    Greatest Rivalry Test 1: Steve Hansen on the All Blacks beating South Africa

    Aug 24, 20261h 13mS2

    New Zealand 1, South Africa 0, and Steve Hansen, Ewen McKenzie and David Pembroke pull apart a Test that felt on a knife-edge until the scrum flipped the night. The All Blacks’ 33–16 win (five tries to one) looks...

  • Episode #141

    Springboks v All Blacks - The Greatest Rivalry Test 1: Rassie, refs, and the chess match

    Aug 21, 20261h 11mS2

    The Greatest Rivalry first test is on! Springboks v All Blacks in Johannesburg, with Matthew Carley in the middle and plenty of noise in the build-up. David Pembroke, Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie dig into Rassie...

  • Episode #140

    Springboks v All Blacks predictions + Wallabies v Japan, Bulls game & Argentina Tour!

    Aug 17, 20261h 22mS2

    Optimism is back for the Wallabies after Townsville, with David Pembroke, Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie liking the clarity, breakdown pressure and second-half surge against Japan, plus big ticks for Carter Gordon’s...

  • Episode #139

    Steve Hansen & Ewen McKenzie: Bulls v All Blacks, Wallabies v Japan + Mo'unga news!

    Aug 14, 20261h 9mS2

    Ewen McKenzie is back and joins Steve Hansen and David Pembroke with a packed weekend: the All Blacks’ South Africa Greatest Rivalry tour rolls on, the Bulls load up for Loftus Versfeld, and Ma’a Nonu delivers a...

  • Episode #138

    The Greatest Rivalry: All Blacks impress, Wallabies edge Japan and Springboks get pushed by Los Pumas!

    Aug 10, 20261h 14mS2

    Cape Town kicks off the Greatest Rivalry series and David Pembroke and Steve Hansen get straight into what mattered: rust, discipline, and whether the TMO is overreaching when referees have already made the call. The...

  • Episode #138

    Steve Hansen on Stormers v All Blacks, Japan v Wallabies + Argentina v Springboks! Greatest Rivalry Tour kicks off!

    Aug 7, 20261h 7mS2

    David Pembroke and Steve Hansen run the ruler over a massive weekend of international rugby. The All Blacks tour begins in South Africa with Stormers v All Blacks, and the chat zooms in on why Beauden Barrett looks...

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