Talking Rugby Union

In what may be the start of a new series, Joe Harvey and Max Ashcroft sit down to talk playing academy rugby and life after pro rugby.

Prem Rugby, Champions Cup and the World Series. We talk about it all on this podcast that includes the return of Max Ashcroft to the pod on a more regular basis.

After the people's vote, Joe and Chris have gone to St. Albans to learn more about National Two South's Old Albanian.  Our duo chatted to Director of Rugby James Osborn, Academy manager Eddie Panting, Head coach James Buckland and captain Jamie Townsend. They also discuss all the latest news from across the National Leagues.

Reflecting on England's RWC Final loss and how the win was extremely positive for South Africa, Joe Harvey and Chris Heal also look to club rugby to discuss Saracen's fine and look ahead to this weekend's action.

Joe Harvey & Chris Heal are joined by living legends Joel Stransky and George Chuter to discuss all things England and South Africa, whilst current players Jacob Ford and Rob Webber also feature to discuss their connections to Saturday's final.

Take a listen to Talking Rugby Union's latest preview of the upcoming weekend of World Cup action. Joined by Max Ashcroft for the first time this season, they preview England vs New Zealand and Wales' game against South Africa.

In the second part of this NCA Rugby Pod, Joe and Chris talk to Bishop Stortford captain Sam Winter, as well as all things National 2 to round off their time in Bishop Stortford.

Part one of this NCA Rugby Podcast see's Joe Harvey and Chris Heal discuss all things National 1 and Movember. 

Joe Harvey and Chris Heal discuss the biggest talking point of the Rugby World Cup so far, the weather. Yes, in true British fashion, we discuss how the typhoon could effect Pool A and recapping the games that have happened since the last pod. www.talkingrugbyunion.co.uk Twitter Instagram Facebook

Whilst watching the South Africa vs Italy game, Joe Harvey and Chris Heal discuss the happenings in Japan since our last podcast a week ago. Discussing Wales' win over Australia and Japan's historic win over Ireland, TRU also preview the upcoming games over the next week. www.talkingrugbyunion.co.uk Twitter Instagram Facebook

In a continuation from our last podcast, Joe Harvey and Chris Heal look ath this weekend's action and talk about each game that interests them, particularly looking at Pool D, which is very open right now. www.talkingrugbyunion.co.uk Twitter Instagram Facebook

On this episode of the Talking Rugby Union Podcast, Joe Harvey and Chris Heal talk about England's convincing victory over the USA, as well as some fixtures that took place earlier this week. Due to file size, this podcast has been split into two half's with a preview of this weekend's action still to come. www.talkingrugbyunion.co.uk Twitter Instagram Facebook

Join Joe Harvey and Chris Heal as they offer their thoughts to the opening weekends action across Japan. Focusing on England's win over Japan and refereeing decisions that have been called into disrepute, you will hear something about each game that has been played. www.talkingrugbyunion.co.uk Twitter Instagram Facebook

Join Joe Harvey and Chris Heal once more as they preview Pools C and D for the upcoming Rugby World Cup in Japan. With quotes from Ben Mercer, Mark Wilson, Josh Beaumont, Taqele Naiyaravoro, Shane Williams and Graham Rowntree this podcast has even more star power than the first. Website: http://www.talkingrugbyunion.co.uk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkRugbyUnion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingrugbyunion/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkingrugbyunion/

Joe Harvey and Chris Heal are back and this time they will be previewing Pool A & B for the Rugby World Cup that start's this Friday. They are joined by Max Ashcroft's Dad, Mark. With quotes from the likes of Johan Ackermann, Seb Negri and Charlie Beckett, this podcast is a great way to begin your RWC journey. Website: http://www.talkingrugbyunion.co.uk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkRugbyUnion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingrugbyunion/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkingrugbyunion/

Mental health is a growing talking point across sport and in particular, in rugby. Following the Guardian's recent interview with Kearnan Myall, TRU wanted to explore how foundations and charities are helping to raise awareness of mental health in the game. Chris Heal speaks to Mark Shotton, a co-founder of the charity Looseheadz, to discuss their excellent work. Website: http://www.talkingrugbyunion.co.uk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkRugbyUnion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingrugbyunion/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkingrugbyunion/

Joe Harvey and Chris Heal were at the Ricoh Arena earlier this week to talk to Wasps players Josh Bassett and Tom Cruse about their very own podcast, Any Sting Goes, as well as all things Wasps. Website: http://www.talkingrugbyunion.co.uk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkRugbyUnion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingrugbyunion/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkingrugbyunion/

On our latest NCA Rugby Podcast Joe Harvey & Chris Heal headed down to Lightfoot Green to talk to Preston Grasshoppers Head Coach Paul Arnold, PJ Millea, Matt Lamprey and special guest, Tim Haley. Visit the NCA Rugby website here: www.ncarugby.com/ Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/nca_rugby?lang=en Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ncarugby/

Join Talking Rugby Unions Joe Harvey & Chris Heal as they visit Sale Sharks at their Carrington training ground. They are joined by TRU columnists Josh Beaumont and Simon Hammersley, Luke and Sam James, Marland Yarde and the recently retired Johnny Leota. Website: http://www.talkingrugbyunion.co.uk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkRugbyUnion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingrugbyunion/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkingrugbyunion/

Join Talking Rugby Unions Joe Harvey and Chris Heal as they react to England's Rugby World Cup announcement. Also live on Periscope, Joe and Chris brought their reactions live to TRUs followers less than half an hour after the squad was announced. Website: http://www.talkingrugbyunion.co.uk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TalkRugbyUnion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingrugbyunion/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkingrugbyunion/