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From county rugby to playing professionally for Leicester Tigers, Tomiwa Agbonbon has taken a pretty unique route through the game — and now he’s building an entirely different career through social media as TikTok Tommy.
In this episode of Talkin’ Ruggers, Tomiwa talks about his rugby journey, from starting out at New Hall School and making the move to Loughborough, through to breaking into professional rugby and experiencing life around Premiership players.
We also get into how TikTok and content creation have changed his life, why consistency and authenticity matter more than trying to be perfect online, and how young rugby players can use social media to build their own personal brand.
We chat about the changing culture of rugby, the personalities helping make the sport more entertaining, the influence of players like Joe Marler, regional identity in rugby, and what the future could look like as the sport continues to embrace digital media.
Topics include: professional rugby, Leicester Tigers, county rugby, TikTok, content creation, personal branding, rugby culture, social media and advice for aspiring rugby players and creators.
22 Sept 2026
EP23: Rugby Reality – How to Bounce Back From Rugby Setbacks, James Naylor
James Naylor from Rugby Reality has taken a pretty unconventional route through the rugby world — from grassroots rugby in North Yorkshire to university rugby, Loughborough, and eventually representing England Sevens. 🏉
In this episode, James talks openly about the setbacks, rejection and challenges that have shaped his career, and why resilience is so important when things don’t go to plan. We get into the realities of chasing professional and international rugby, the importance of university rugby as a development pathway, and how the journey is rarely as straightforward as it looks from the outside.
We also chat about balancing playing rugby with content creation, using social media to share the journey, and why having something beyond rugby can be valuable for both your personal brand and your mental wellbeing.
James also shares his ambitions for the future, his thoughts on rugby development and coaching, and why enjoying the game and staying connected to the rugby community should never get lost along the way.
15 Sept 2026
EP22: The Two Customisers - Designing Boots for Rugby's Biggest Stars, Henry & Alex
Henry and Alex — the two customizers — are bringing art, culture and storytelling into rugby through their unique custom boot designs. 🎨🏉
What started as a passion for rugby and creativity has grown into collaborations with professional players and major brands, creating personalised boots that tell stories far beyond what happens on the pitch.
In this episode, we get into how their journey began, the process behind designing custom rugby boots, and what goes into creating something that genuinely represents an athlete’s personality, heritage and interests. We also discuss their experiences navigating university rugby, professional pathways and building a brand through content creation.
From working with players like Marcus Smith to collaborating with brands such as Canterbury, Henry and Alex explain how they’re using art, social media and storytelling to create a different kind of connection between players, fans and the game.
We also look at the future of rugby culture, sports marketing and how creativity could help rugby reach new audiences. 🎨
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