Joe Marler and Mike Brown join Payno and Tins for the Anglo Inquisition, dissecting England’s Six Nations. The team tackle the 2003 legends criticism, Steve Borthwick’s leadership style, and the discipline crisis. It’s a raw, unfiltered health check on the state of English rugby.

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03:04 🍷 Why 2026 Was a Vintage Year

11:52 🏥 England Health Check

21:05 🤔 Do You Believe in Steve?

30:39 ⚔️ 2003 vs 2026: The Fallout

53:09 🥃 Rémy Martin Moment of Excellence

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After one of the wildest weekends of the Six Nations, the boys are back to break it all down. Payno, Tins, Jonny May and Ben Kayser dive into Scotland’s breathtaking performance against France. Then it’s time for the uncomfortable truth: England’s loss to Italy. Is this a rock-bottom moment for England? And is the criticism of Head Coach Steve Borthwick fair? The panel also unpacks the on-field confusion between Maro Itoje and Fin Smith, with Tins revealing what really happens when leadership, pressure and game plan collide in the chaos of a Test match. 

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01:26 🌪️ Six Nations Weekend Whirlwind

03:10 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland’s All-In Tactics

15:56 😬 England’s Rome Meltdown

19:01 🎯 Take the Points Debate

31:31 🗞️ Borthwick and the Media Storm

46:17 🥃 Remy Martin Moment Of Excellence

53:21 🇫🇷 France England Preview

56:08 ☘️ Ireland Scotland Preview

58:57 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wales Italy Preview

01:04:17 🗣️ Jonny’s Team Talk

01:09:37 🕊️ Matt Salter Tribute

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After a tough set of runs for England, Alex and Hask head to Allianz to speak with those at the heart of the storm. First-up, the lads sit down with Conor O’Shea, Director of Performance Rugby at England Rugby, to hear about how England are dealing with the pressure approaching Rome. Conor gives his verdict on both England and Italy and speaks passionately about developing pathways through the Continental Tyres Schools Cup. In the second half, Jamie George, Jack van Poortvliet and Manny Iyogun share the mood inside camp and what it means to wear the England shirt, from their earliest memories of the game, to blocking out the noise and finding a fresh energy.

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01:15 🇮🇹 Conor’s Italy Years
08:38 🏉 Englands Scrutiny And Bounceback
14:18 📈 RFU Progress
18:36 🔄 Rebuilding Pathways
29:18 🔍 Talent ID
34:57 🏁 Continental Tyres Grip Challenge
36:57 🌡️ England Camp Temperature Check
40:11 🍀Why Ireland Went Wrong
42:17 💥 Bench Impact and Non 23
44:25 🤣Session Terrorists
50:47 🤝 Team Culture

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Payno, Hask, and Tins dissect England's bruising Twickenham defeat to Ireland. While fans and press go into meltdown, the boys urge calm, separating emotional fallout from professional reality. Plus, the OG trio unpack the thrilling Wales versus Scotland clash and France's continued dominance.

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00:48 👑 Royal Box Banter

03:57 🚨 Panic or Don't Panic

09:46 🚪 Four Doors of Fallout

28:24 🔄 Changes for Italy

40:18 📊 Ireland's Performance Analysis

45:36 🏉 Wales vs Scotland Review

52:36 🥃 Remy Martin Moment of Excellence

54:59 🇫🇷 France vs Italy Analysis

56:58 🇮🇹 Italy's Threat to England

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Mike Brown returns to share a slice of humble pie after Scotland’s Calcutta Cup masterclass. We dissect Finn Russell’s "matador" magic, England’s defensive lapses, and the historic stat haunting Gregor Townsend. Plus, a look ahead to England v Ireland: does Borthwick stick or twist to get England’s campaign back on track?

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05:27 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 How Scotland Tore England Apart  

07:55 🟥 Key Moments: Cards, Drop Goal, 6–2 Bench  

10:39 🧢 Mike Brown’s Early-Caps Lessons  

15:41 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿England Selection Changes  

20:26 🔄 Managing Squad Changes  

29:41 🥃Remy Martin Moment of Excellence  

33:56 🍀Ireland v Italy Re-Cap  

35:53 💪 10 Debate: Farrell’s Warning  

39:10 😬Ireland’s Scrum Concerns

40:09 🇫🇷 Wales 12–54 France  

45:36 👀 Round 3 Preview: England vs Ireland  

51:04 🏟️ Wales vs Scotland  

55:58 ⚔️ France vs Italy  

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It’s Calcutta Cup week! Payno, Hask & Mike Brown preview England’s trip to Murrayfield and ask if Gregor Townsend get a response out of his team. They dissect England’s business-like win over Wales, praise Italy’s resurgence, and debate if Ireland can bounce back. Plus, Round 2 predictions.

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01:40 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Calcutta Cup Memories

02:27 🏉 Gregor’s Big Problem

06:14 🧠 England's Mindset

22:33 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England vs Wales Analysis

32:57 🎨 Italian Renaissance

36:32 🥇 Brex and Menoncello - best in the World?

38:55 🥃 Remy Martin Moment of Excellence

43:16 🍀 Ireland's Challenges

50:56 🇫🇷 French Dominance

57:30 🔮 Predictions and Expectations

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Ben Kayser and Shane Horgan join Payno and Tins for the GBR Six Nations preview. They discuss Andy Farrell’s "real test" amid Ireland’s injury crisis and France’s ruthless changes. Plus, Tindall explains why "everybody hates us" suits England, and drops a shock prediction for Italy. The Championship is back baby!

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03:25 Ireland's Challenges and Rebuilding Phase

09:45 France's Squad Changes

10:04 Tribute to Uini Atonio

22:37 Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge

34:00 Remy Martin Moment of Excellence

36:27 England Team Announcement 

39:32 England's Performance and Potential

58:02 Welsh Rugby's Struggles and Future

01:03:27 Scotland's Prospects in the Six Nations

01:07:55 Italy's Rising Potential

01:12:40 Quickfire Predictions

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Eddie "The Beast" Hall joins Payno and Hask for a a raw, unmissable episode. From becoming the first human to deadlift 500kg to being crowned the World’s Strongest Man, Eddie reveals how mental health struggles helped shape the man he is today.

He opens up about the extreme psychological triggers he used to break records including visualising his children in danger and the physical price he paid. Plus, the moment of truth: Can The Beast crush the leaderboard on our Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge?

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03:26 Life Beyond Strongman: Tanks and YouTube

06:16 Eddie Hall's Acting and MMA Ventures

13:37 Childhood and Family Dynamics

18:35 Mental Health and Overcoming Challenges

27:46 Journey to Becoming World's Strongest Man

36:38 Post-Victory Career and Challenges

44:22 Mind Games and Competitions

46:59 The Half-Ton Deadlift

54:59 Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge

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Northampton Saints boss Phil Dowson reveals the secrets behind their success, from the recruitment process to the brutal reality of cutting players. He discusses managing England stars like Henry Pollock, the toll of England duty, and the truth behind THAT halftime rant. Plus, can the coach beat his players on the Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge?

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03:07 Balancing Rugby and Personal Life

06:55 The Journey to Coaching

26:47 Handling Difficult Conversations

28:38 Sam Vesty Bromance

38:26 Recruitment Insights

57:56 Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge

59:20 Reflections on his International Career

01:02:57 Managing England Stars

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Join Payno & Hask, as they chat with Mike Brown about his transition from player to Sporting Director at Esher Rugby Club. They delve into his new role, challenges, and ask for his insights on the current state of Harlequins and Marcus Smith's future.

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02:26🤓 Mike Brown's Journey to DoR

04:30 🟤 The Brown Philosophy

10:30 🏉 Putting the boots back on?

16:42 💬 Difficult Conversations

27:23 👂 Learnings from Cheika et al.

46:39 🃏What's going on at Quins?

01:00:50 🙏 Marcus Smith's Future

01:15:00 👀 Browny for Quins?

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The rugby icon turned reality star spills Traitors secrets, revealing why fellow England International Jonny May would be the ultimate Traitor. He discusses why he quit rugby, his wrestling debut as "The Scrum Lord," and the potential for the GBR Panto. Plus Joe takes on the Continental Tyres grip strength challenge.

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04:29 ✂️ Truly Dreadful Haircuts

07:21 🕵️‍♂️ Inside The Traitors Experience

21:42 🤼 Wrestling Debut Chaos

34:33 💪 Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge

40:18 🎙️ Podcasting & Dream Guests

43:52 🎭 Acting Ambitions and Pantomime Plans

48:06 🏉 Why Marler Quit Rugby

58:53 🔙 Looking Back on Their First Episode Together (2019)

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