From tour bus to front row: Inside the Lions & modern rugby

Former Wallaby Ben Alexander joins journalist Finn Morton — who’s travelling with the Lions — for a wide-ranging chat with David Pembroke.They break down the Lions’ win over the Reds, preview the Brumbies’ big opportunity, and spotlight the players stepping up on tour. Ben reflects on how the role of the prop has evolved, while Finn offers a rare glimpse behind the Lions' media curtain and shares what life on tour is really like.It’s a mix of tour insight, selection chat, and front-row perspective — plus a sharp look at where Aussie rugby is falling short. They discuss player access, fan connection, media coverage and development pathways.Plus, Canberra gets ready for Rugby Unity’s first-ever live event during the Lions tour. Don’t miss the details:THE FANZONE: Lions vs ACT BrumbiesSpecial Event for CanberransGet in touch and be a part of the conversation: [email protected] | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Lions are on the prowl. Fresh off their win against the Force, Eddie Jones and David Pembroke break down what the performance really told us—and why depth, cohesion, and power matter more than ever.From Finn Russell’s playmaking and Daly’s resurgence to why the Northern Hemisphere now leads in tactics, set piece, and strategy—this episode dives into the shifting global balance of power in rugby.We also look at:What Argentina is getting right (and others aren't)Why Japan’s young guns deserve more credit than they getThe brutal truth about Southern Hemisphere depthPlus, Canberra gets ready for Rugby Unity’s first-ever live event during the Lions tour. Don’t miss the details:THE FANZONE: Lions vs ACT BrumbiesSpecial Event for CanberransOne sport. Millions of voices. This is Rugby Unity.Get in touch: [email protected] | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Rugby Unity, Eddie takes a breather—and for the first time, we welcome a very special guest to the show.Wallaroo and podcaster Emily Chancellor joins David Pembroke for a detailed look at the women’s game and what it’s going to take to grow women’s rugby into the future.With just 59 days to go to the Women’s Rugby World Cup in the UK, Emily gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how the Wallaroos are preparing. She talks visibility, investment, and why the women’s game is reaching new audiences the men’s game isn’t.They talk late starts, ACL comebacks, TikTok stars like Ilona Maher, and the kind of momentum you can’t ignore.If you care about rugby’s future, this is the podcast for you.One sport. Millions of voices. This is Rugby Unity.Get in touch and be a part of the conversation: [email protected] TikTok | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Rugby Unity, the R360 saga rolls on – and Eddie Jones and David Pembroke are back in the trenches to make sense of it all.With whispers turning into headlines and LinkedIn posts revealing mystery investors, the questions keep piling up: Who’s driving this? What’s the plan? And why is no one fronting the media?Eddie thinks it might just be the shake-up rugby needs. David isn’t buying it—and he’s worried the circus could blow up the Lions Tour before a ball is kicked.They cover:Why fans and clubs are right to be nervousThe media silence that’s fuelling speculationWhether player burnout is being used as cover for something elseAnd if R360’s secrecy is a sign of innovation—or chaosOne sport. Millions of voices. This is Rugby Unity.Get in touch and be a part of the conversation: [email protected] | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The biggest shake-up in rugby history—or just a fantasy?In this week’s episode of Rugby Unity, Eddie Jones and David Pembroke go head-to-head over the much-hyped R360 competition. Is it the catalyst rugby needs to force change, or a reckless distraction that threatens everything fans love about the game?David pulls no punches as he calls out what he sees as a media-fuelled fantasy built on fluff and fairy dust. Eddie sees it differently, drawing parallels with World Series Cricket and the IPL. The debate goes deep into what R360 could mean for the global game—from the money and logistics to tradition, values, and the future of international competitions.It’s a fiery episode that pits optimism against scepticism—and asks whether rugby’s future lies in tradition or transformation.One sport. Millions of voices. This is Rugby Unity.Get in touch and be a part of the conversation: [email protected] TikTok | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the red card debate drags on, Rugby Unity asks a bigger question: what will it take for rugby to modernise?This week, co-hosts Eddie Jones and David Pembroke take aim at the key takeaways from the latest World Rugby meeting—red card reform delays, a new US broadcast deal, and bold talk about putting fans first. But are the right changes actually being made?They call out rugby’s outdated media culture, lack of transparency, and failure to engage fans the way other sports do. Plus, they explore how South America is quietly becoming a rugby force—and what that means for the global game.The duo then answers your questions on Sevens in the UK, merging union and league, life lessons from rugby, and how Stephen Larkham is evolving as a coach.Also in this episode:📺 YouTube’s rise and what it means for rugby content🏆 Club World Cup—bold idea or scheduling mess?🇺🇾 Uruguay’s rugby surge and Gatland’s new roleOne sport. Millions of voices. This is Rugby Unity. Get in touch and be a part of the conversation: [email protected] TikTok | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Formula One surges in global popularity, what can rugby learn from its playbook?In this episode of Rugby Unity, your co-hosts David Pembroke and Eddie Jones break down how the world’s most traditional team sport can evolve without losing its soul.From Antoine Dupont buying into US rugby to Ilona Maher pulling crowds in Canberra, we look at the power of personalities—and what it means for growing the game.The duo examines what Drive to Survive got right (and where rugby’s version missed the mark), explore how to win over the next generation of fans, and share a radical idea to turn post-match tradition into a digital content goldmine.F1 cracked America. Can rugby?One sport. Millions of voices. This is Rugby Unity. Get in touch and be a part of the conversation: [email protected] TikTok | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rugby World Cup is heading to the US—but is the sport ready to thrive in the world’s most competitive market?This week, Eddie and Pemby unpack what’s really happening with rugby in America. From college comps and culture clashes to missing grassroots systems, they explore why success will take more than a broadcast deal and a bold logo.Then, it’s time to talk TMO. Has technology gone too far? Eddie shares a no-nonsense blueprint for restoring flow to the game—one that protects players, honours the contest, and keeps fans from switching off.Also in this episode: James O’Connor’s return to form, Fiji’s development model, and why “care before correction” is Eddie’s golden rule for coaching.One sport. Millions of voices. This is Rugby Unity. Get in touch and be a part of the conversation: [email protected] TikTok | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Lions have roared, and the rugby world is watching. This week on Rugby Unity, Eddie and David go deep—on selections, sustainability, and the soul of the game.First, Eddie shares his take on the 2025 Lions squad and explains why the Maro Itoje captaincy is a story of personal growth, not controversy. He also discusses the strategic intricacies that could define the Lions' campaign. Meanwhile, the conversation shifts off the field, as David breaks down the worrying financial losses facing national unions around the world—and why straight talk and fan-first thinking are essential to secure the game’s future.We wrap with a powerful question: Why do we love rugby? The answers—personal, raw and deeply nostalgic—remind us that the spirit of rugby lives far beyond the scoreboard. Plus, Mark Ella's unexpected pre-training ritual at Matraville High.One sport. Millions of voices. This is Rugby Unity. For fans around the world who want to secure the game's future prosperity.Get in touch and be a part of the conversation: [email protected] | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The British & Irish Lions are coming. Bringing 40,000 fans and a squad determined to make history. Your co-hosts, Eddie Jones and David Pembroke break down what the Lions must get right to win in Australia — and what the Wallabies need to do to stop them.Eddie shares insights from past tours, the importance of selection, resilience, cohesion and why this series could change the future of rugby in Australia.From strategy and psychology to the power of the fans, it’s all on the table. Eddie even gives his prediction. Tune in to find out.Get in touch and be a part of the conversation: [email protected] TikTok | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | XDon’t forget to follow and leave a rating or review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.