The Rugby Inheritance Podcast

Sarah Hunter

Sarah Hunter is England's most capped rugby player and her legacy in the Women's game is hard to beat. In this enlightening episode, Hunter shares her story: from a seemingly innocent introduction to the game at primary school, through to winning the World Cup in 2014 and going on to make more appearances for her country than anyone else.  A proud Geordie, Hunter describes some of the resistance she met along the way, the heartbreak of losing the 2021 Final and her new role, coaching the Red Roses at the beginning of a new era. This episode is typically candid and revealing, and Sarah leaves behind a very special and poignant gift for us to auction for the #4Ed cause.This podcast is produced in association with George Davies Turf - find out more here

Luke Pearce

Who better to have on our podcast ahead of a Rugby World Cup than someone who is regarded as one of the best referees the sport can offer? Luke Pearce has officiated on the world stage for many years and has an onfield persona that so many people admire. In this podcast, it is very easy to see why he commands the respect he does. Affable, knowledgable, self-deprecating and honest, Luke fills the time he has with us with an insight and appreciation of the sport of rugby that very few other people have. He also leaves us with (hopefully!) two pieces of unique memorabilia for our auction. It all adds up to another incredible episode!  This podcast is produced in association with George Davies Turf - find out more here

Stuart Lancaster

Joining us for this episode is one of the world's most famous coaches: Stuart Lancaster is regarded as owning one of the best rugby minds and this interview delves into how he came to be, what rugby has taught him along the way and what he hopes he has achieved in the game. He reveals personal triumphs and fondest memories, how he comes to terms with what he refers to as 'the scars' from the sport, and how he hopes he has left his mark on the hundreds of players he's looked after. From Leeds Academy to England at a home World Cup, onto an incredible seven years Leinster; he also gives incredible insight into the challenges he faces at his new club in France, Racing 92. This is a rare discussion with one of rugby's masterminds and he leaves behind a very special piece of memorabilia for our auction.This podcast is produced in association with George Davies Turf - find out more here

Jean de Villiers

Described by many as the best centre to play in a Springbok shirt, Jean de Villiers joins us for a beautifully engaging episode of Rugby Inheritance. He talks about highlights and lowlights; beginnings and endings; who he loved to play alongside; and who he thought was the best to play against. We go back to the Paarl of his youth and hear about the game of touch rugby that took him out onto the field; one that is still going forty years later! We talk knees, Bakkies Botha and chasing shoplifters in your flip flops. This episode is full of insight and advice that you are unlikely to hear anywhere else. And to top it all, wait until you hear what he leaves behind for us to auction.This podcast is produced in association with George Davies Turf - find out more here

Greig Laidlaw

One of the most popular Scottish Rugby Internationals in the last twenty tears, Greig Laidlaw has a fascinating rugby story that has taken him all around the world. In this episode, find out what drove him as a youngster; who his rugby idol was; and which Scotland hero is lovingly referred to as 'The Spaceman'. Discover which French club he could have played for before signing on with Clermont; the cultural differences he has discovered being out in Japan; and, crucially, what is next for Greig after he retires from playing. He also leaves behind a special piece of rugby memorabilia for us auction. It all makes for another fantastic episode of Rugby Inheritance.This podcast is produced in association with George Davies Turf - find out more here