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No Rucks Given is a rugby podcast hosted by two current professional players - Paul Brown-Bampoe & Ross Vintcent - sitting down with fellow pros to tell the real stories behind the careers. From grassroots pitches to the elite level, we explore how players made it, the setbacks along the way, and what life in the game is actually like. No punditry. No filters. Just honest conversations from inside the rugby world.
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- May 1, 20261h 12m
NRG Episode #7: Tom Hooper
In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sit down with Tom Hooper to unpack his rugby journey. From under-9’s flyhalf to destructive Wallaby forward, he’s carried his enthusiasm and passion for the game across the pond to Exeter where he is making some serious waves. Tom “Hoops” Hooper approaches everyday with an attitude of getting better. That relentless energy and desire dictates his style of play.👍 Like & subscribe for fortnightly rugby podcasts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow us on Instagram: @NoRucksGivenPodcast TikTok: @nrg.podcast#RugbyPodcast #EnglandRugby #ProfessionalRugby
- Apr 1, 202654 min
NRG Episode #6: CARWYN TUIPULOTU
In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sit down with Carwyn Tuipulotu to unpack a journey that’s had it all - early hype, tough setbacks, and a determined return to form. Now thriving at Pau, Carwyn shares the honest realities of chasing potential in professional rugby.👍 Like & subscribe for fortnightly rugby podcasts🎧 Listen on YouTube & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow us on Instagram: @NoRucksGivenPodcast TikTok: @nrg.podcast#RugbyPodcast #EnglandRugby #ProfessionalRugby
- Mar 20, 202646 min
NRG Episode #5: Stephen Lorenzo Varney
In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sat down with Stephen Lorenzo Varney before his six nations campaign with “THE ITALY”. We discuss his rise in professional rugby from uninterested golf player to an Italian International staple. Stephen’s work-rate, discipline and his all in/all out mentality offers a very unique perspective on how to make it to the international stage.👍 Like & subscribe for fortnightly rugby podcasts🎧 Listen on YouTube & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow us on Instagram: @NoRucksGivenPodcast TikTok: @nrg.podcast#RugbyPodcast #EnglandRugby #ProfessionalRugby
- Mar 3, 20261h 18m
NRG Episode #4: Christ Tshiunza
In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sat down with Christ Tshiunza to discuss his rise in professional rugby from Congolese asylum seeker to seasoned Welsh international. Christ’s focus on remaining present in the moment and his refusal to form any expectations for his rugby career offer a very unique perspective on how to make it to the international stage.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS01:10 Intro & Welcome01:53 Family & Early Life05:00 Acclimatising to Wales11:00 Intro to Rugby19:35 Early Rugby Career at Cardiff31:20 How Christ joined Exeter Chiefs35:38 Selection to Wales senior Team47:55 Injury woes & demotion to Welsh u20s55:00 Selection to Welsh World Cup Squad01:04:20 Christ’s take on the decline of Welsh Rugby01:08:53 General Rapid Fire Questions01:12:44 “Drivn” Fitness App & Christ’s life outside rugby01:17:40 Episode Recap👍 Like & subscribe for fortnightly rugby podcasts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow us on Instagram: @NoRucksGivenPodcast TikTok: @nrg.podcast#RugbyPodcast #EnglandRugby #ProfessionalRugby
- Feb 15, 20261h 17m
NRG Episode 3: Louis Lynagh
In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sat down with Louis Lynagh to discuss his journey to professional rugby.We met with Louis before his training camp for the Italian Men’s National Team, not long before his dominant performance against Scotland where he bagged a try in their 18-15 triumph. We cover his upbringing, which was hugely shaped by his Australian International father Michael Lynagh, his rise through the Harlequin’s academy to becoming a Prem staple, injury woes, as well as his complicated root to international rugby. Despite his natural talent, Louis wasn’t one to rest on his laurels. His commitment to outworking his peers and remaining grounded has placed him on the international stage where he is now excelling.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro & Welcome02:35 Family & Early Life05:00 Discovering Rugby19:03 Breaking into Professional Rugby25:10 Harlequin’s & Senior Professional Rugby52:10 England Call Up56:50 Injury Woes01:09:15 Leaving Harlequin’s, Benetton & Italy Call Up01:16:04 Italy Call Up👍 Like & subscribe for fortnightly rugby podcasts🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow us on Instagram: @NoRucksGivenPodcast TikTok: @nrg.podcast#RugbyPodcast #EnglandRugby #ProfessionalRugby
- Jan 21, 20261h 3m
NRG Episode #2: Scott Sio
In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sit down with Scott Sio to discuss his journey in professional rugby.We discuss everything, from his early years under the tutelage of his World Cup playing, Samoan International father, David Sio to his time repping Australia in the 2015 World Cup. Despite being somewhat of a young prodigy, off the pitch challenges involving grief and bouts of alcoholism had the potential to derail Scott’s career, despite these struggles Scott was able to realise his full potential through his unwavering commitment to three pillars: FAMILY, FAITH & RUGBY.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro & Welcome04:47 Family & Early Life10:03 Discovering Rugby17:39 Breaking into Professional Rugby30:44 Representing Australia41:35 Life Struggles & Career Reflections55:10 Exeter Chiefs56:50 Closing Thoughts👍 Like & subscribe for fortnightly rugby podcasts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow us on Instagram: @NoRucksGivenPodcast TikTok: @nrg.podcast#RugbyPodcast #EnglandRugby #ProfessionalRugby
- Jan 5, 20261h 24m
NRG Episode #1: Ethan Roots
In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sit down with Ethan Roots to talk about his rise in professional rugby.We discuss everything, from his early years as an aspiring professional mixed martial artist to his time repping the England Jersey during the 2024 Six Nations. Throughout his journey, Ethan experienced many moments of extreme career acceleration, followed by deep challenges both on and off the pitch. His self-belief encapsulated by his motto of “Don’t limit yourself, don’t let others limit you, and don’t bulls*** yourself” has pulled him through many a challenging circumstance, creating the physical and abrasive threat we see terrorising Premiership Rugby today.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro & Welcome01:30 Family & Early Life13:50 Discovering Rugby22:45 Semi-Professional Rugby38:30 Breaking into Professional Rugby1:02:00 Exeter Chiefs1:14:49 England & Six Nations1:23:29 Closing Thoughts👍 Like & subscribe for fortnightly rugby podcasts🎧 Listen or Watch on YoutTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 Follow us on Instagram: @NoRucksGivenPodcast TikTok: @nrg.podcast#RugbyPodcast #EnglandRugby #ProfessionalRugby
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No Rucks Given is a rugby podcast hosted by two current professional players - Paul Brown-Bampoe & Ross Vintcent - sitting down with fellow pros to tell the real stories behind the careers. From grassroots pitches to the elite level, we explore how players made it, the setbacks along the way, and what life in the game is actually like. No punditry. No filters. Just honest conversations from inside the rugby world.
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