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Catch up on the latest news and hear the best interviews from around the Betfred Super League and beyond with Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin.

Catch up on the latest news and hear the best interviews from around the Betfred Super League and beyond with Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin. read more read less

Catch up on the latest news and hear the best interviews from around the Betfred Super League and beyond with Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin.

Catch up on the latest news and hear the best interviews from around the Betfred Super League and beyond with Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin. read more read less

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Matt Peet | Learning points, coaching styles and the importance of culture and purpose
Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin are joined by Wigan Warriors head coach Matt Peet ahead of the Grand Final against Catalans Dragons at Old Trafford. Looking at the in and outs behind coaching at the top level, Matt reveals the key findings he’s made in his career, as well as why his personality matches with who he is as a coach. Purpose and culture are also discussed and does he have a future in the NRL?

12 Oct, 2023 - 35:36
Kyle Amor & Jodie Cunningham | Cumbria vs the world! Women's RL in London and Cardiff?
Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin are joined by Kyle Amor and Jodie Cunningham this week on the day of the Women's Super League Grand Final. Kyle talks passionately about Cumbrian rugby league and his plans to grow the sport in his home county, while Jodie discusses how London and Cardiff could be key areas to help grow the women's game. Plus, there are more ideas for things we want to see more of and less of on 'On The Bench, Off The Bench'.

10 Oct, 2023 - 30:18
Paul Rowley | Coach of the Year contender, Brodie Croft's future and earmuffs on refs!
Barrie McDermott steps in for Jon this week as he and Jenna are joined by Salford head coach Paul Rowley. They discuss his nomination for Super League Coach of the Year, the challenges he faces at the club, and Brodie Croft's future. They also reflect on how the game has changed over the years, and Paul explains the story behind an amusing photoshoot from his playing days! Plus, this week's 'on the bench, off the bench' debate includes a 'creative' idea to improve the standard of refereeing!

3 Oct, 2023 - 30:21
Danika Priim | Social media slogans and dodgy tattoos!
Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin are joined by former Leeds Rhinos forward, Danika Priim who discusses social media slogans and reveals a tattoo which leaves Jon reeling! Plus, Danika chats about her move into the media and there are some 'interesting' ideas put forward in 'On The Bench, Off The Bench'.

29 Sep, 2023 - 31:02
George Williams | Being a dad, playing in the NRL and what next for Warrington?
Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin are joined by Warrington Wolves' George Williams as he discusses what it's like to be a dad, his time in the NRL with Canberra and how it came to an end, and what to expect from Warrington moving forward.

20 Sep, 2023 - 28:45
Konrad Hurrell | Food guilty pleasures, Tongan families and... shaking it!
Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin are joined by St Helens centre, Konrad Hurrell to discuss everything from his family life at home in Tonga to his food guilty pleasures. Plus there's a pretty epic edition of 'On the Bench, Off the Bench' that cannot be missed!

12 Sep, 2023 - 30:16
Dan Sarginson | Being known as 'the rugby player', the benefits of meditation and annoying phrases!
This week Jenna and Jon are joined by Dan Sarginson who makes his second appearance on the podcast! The trio catch up with Dan on how retirement is going, discuss the benefits of yoga and meditation and why it's not always good to be known as 'the rugby player'. Jenna also reveals how her number one broadcasting rule was put to the test by Wigan's Liam Byrne.

6 Sep, 2023 - 31:41
Rob Hicks | How hard is the role of a referee, should they be mic'd up and creative crowd chants
This week Jenna and Jon are joined by Director of Operations and Legal for the Rugby Football League, Rob Hicks. The trio look over the role of a referee and reflect on Rob's officiating experiences. Would the game be more interesting if referees were mic'd up? And what kind of conversations go on amongst officials and players?

29 Aug, 2023 - 31:34
Andrew Voss | Vossy's music career, scented candles and alternative names for rugby league!
This week Jenna and Jon are joined by the legendary Australian commentator Andrew Voss. They discuss his brief stint in a band, his second career in the scented candle business and alternative names for rugby league! Plus Jon has his say on the quality of fans' chants and the panel debate the best way to eat a pie!

21 Aug, 2023 - 44:44
Derek Beaumont | Leopard print branding, pre-match entertainment and Wembley dreams
This week on The Bench, Jon and Jenna are joined by Leigh Leopards owner Derek Beaumont. The trio discuss a variety of topics including Derek's forward approach with leopard print branding and pre-match entertainment, as well as his hopes for Leigh this season ahead of the Challenge Cup final.

8 Aug, 2023 - 29:40
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