Rugby Unity

About Rugby Unity

Hosted by Sir Steve Hansen, 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. Steve Hansen (2 x World Cup Winning coach with the All Blacks) and Ewen McKenzie (ex-Wallabies Coach and 1991 World Cup Winner) 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 SIGN UP TO THE BIG 3 NEWSLETTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/big3rugbyunity (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUlxb01IWndrZElVbXVNYW8xTGJVZmlEYnRpSXxBSTVJdTV1NnJkZEhqb1A3ODUxLXdsUEFoZ1NJTTFNRkw0RHJjMENwOTVQRndHX09ON0VxMXVpNUpaY2FRZmk1NTl2RG5fa1RlUGRkTUk4bWFfUi1pQXN2Q3FzZU91Y3NwQWtL&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2Fbig3rugbyunity&v=8Oz1tnpsXaw) 👈👈 Have your question answered on the show: Rugby Unity Survey (https://us8.list-manage.com/survey?u=44c6764eefd304b409376b9ad&id=dfa89f452b&attribution=false) Get FREE exclusive content: Substack (https://rugbyunitypod.substack.com/) Dive into the world of Rugby Unity: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@Rugby_Unity) | TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@rugby_unity_podcast) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/rugbyunitypodcast/) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/RugbyUnity) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

contentRFC

Category

news · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Feb 2023

Latest episode

23 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

170 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Oct 2026

   EDDIE v JAKE! Japan take on Fiji + WXV: Canada v England decider, Wallaroos v Scotland, Black Ferns v France

   David Pembroke is back on deck and kicks off with a rare look inside the coach’s head, asking Steve Hansen and Ewen McKenzie what it really takes to stay steady when results swing. From “performance not win or lose” to the brutal Monday-morning demand for answers, they lay out the habits that keep teams improving. The chat then shifts to the upcoming World Rugby coaches meeting in Windsor ahead of Rugby World Cup 2027, with both men zeroing in on the impact of yellow cards, TMO influence, and rugby’s “secret society” problem on communication. On the field, the panel previews WXV and key internationals: Wallaroos v Scotland in Canberra, Black Ferns v France in Whangārei, and the Canada v England decider in Ottawa with the Utrecht Shield on the line. Plus Eddie Jones’ Japan v Fiji (with Jake White), and a big debate on Australia’s playmaking talent and retaining young prospects. Also in this episode: ● Steve Hansen on competitiveness as a coaching weakness ● Ewen McKenzie: Monday morning means having solutions ready ● World Rugby Windsor meeting: simplify laws and improve communication ● Yellow cards and TMO influence reshaping results unfairly ● WXV focus: Wallaroos v Scotland, Black Ferns v France ● Canada v England decider, Utrecht Shield on the line PLUS: A blunt look at how Australia can stop losing talent to league and overseas by building real relationships. SIGN UP TO THE BIG 3 HERE: https://tinyurl.com/big3rugbyunity (https://tinyurl.com/big3rugbyunity) 👈👈 Ask Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie anything! Fill out the form below 👇 https://tinyurl.com/rugbyunityquestions (https://tinyurl.com/rugbyunityquestions) 👈👈 👉 Want more from Rugby Unity? Subscribe to our Substack for exclusive content, blogs, behind-the-scenes insights, and full podcast access — all in one place: Rugby Unity | Substack 📧 Get in touch: info@rugbyunity.com.au TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@rugby_unity_podcast) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/rugbyunitypodcast/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@Rugby_Unity) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   19 Oct 2026

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

   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 finally had phases to build pressure. Hansen loves what he’s seeing from the All Blacks attack, offloads, line running, and forwards playing into space, while McKenzie highlights key moments like Harry Wilson’s grubber into touch as a snapshot of game management and leadership under pressure. The TMO becomes its own storyline too, especially the Roigard incident, with all three questioning what “foul play” even means now. They also get into the deeper Wallabies problems, the missing world class 10 and a ball-playing 12, and why New Zealand fans want Australia strong again. Then it’s WXV: Black Ferns smash France 81-12, Canada pinch it late against England 24-21 to end England’s unbeaten run, and the USA keep building momentum. Also in this episode: ● All Blacks offloads and handling under extreme pressure ● Wallabies leadership, huddles, and “stay steady Eddie” moments ● Meredith at 10: rocks and diamonds, but a crack ● TMO involvement and the Roigard-Meredith controversy ● WXV: Canada upset England in front of 18,600 ● Future comps: Nations Championship talks and Super Rugby formats SIGN UP TO THE BIG 3 HERE: https://tinyurl.com/big3rugbyunity (https://tinyurl.com/big3rugbyunity) 👈👈 Ask Steve Hansen, Ewen McKenzie and Eddie Jones anything! Fill out the form below 👇 https://tinyurl.com/rugbyunityquestions (https://tinyurl.com/rugbyunityquestions) 👈👈 👉 Want more from Rugby Unity? Subscribe to our Substack for exclusive content, blogs, behind-the-scenes insights, and full podcast access — all in one place: Rugby Unity | Substack 📧 Get in touch: info@rugbyunity.com.au TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@rugby_unity_podcast) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/rugbyunitypodcast/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@Rugby_Unity) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   16 Oct 2026

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

   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 the next job. With the Wallabies’ No.10 curse biting again and another reshuffle coming, the trio run the ruler over the 23, the risks around combinations, and what has to change to keep New Zealand honest. The All Blacks changes get the same treatment, including the excitement factor of Timoci Tavatavanawai. There’s also a straight-shooting discussion on Mark Nawaqanitawase’s rugby return, the manager-led noise about Fiji and Italy eligibility, and what Rugby Australia and Les Kiss should do next. Plus a big women’s rugby weekend and a fast, practical look at the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup match list. Also in this episode: ● Eddie Jones’ effort statistics and what they measure ● Wallabies squad changes: Meredith in, Donaldson out ● All Blacks depth and injury cover, Hansen’s take ● Mark Nawaqanitawase eligibility debate: Australia, Fiji, Italy ● Black Ferns v France series and Wallaroos v Scotland ● Champions Cup and Challenge Cup fixtures across Europe PLUS: What “possession” and adaptable tactics really mean against the All Blacks. SIGN UP TO THE BIG 3 HERE: https://tinyurl.com/big3rugbyunity 👈👈 Ask Steve Hansen, Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie anything! Fill out the form below 👇 https://tinyurl.com/rugbyunityquestions (https://tinyurl.com/rugbyunityquestions) 👈👈 👉 Want more from Rugby Unity? Subscribe to our Substack for exclusive content, blogs, behind-the-scenes insights, and full podcast access — all in one place: Rugby Unity | Substack 📧 Get in touch: info@rugbyunity.com.au TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@rugby_unity_podcast) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/rugbyunitypodcast/) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@Rugby_Unity) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Who has been a guest on Rugby Unity

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Ben Alexander
• Emily Chancellor
• Pemby

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Spotify

4.7 / 5

230 ratings

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