Best Recd Podcasts (2025)

Mike and Elliott dust off their gobs and clean out their ears as they run through some off-season signings, backroom additions and losses and an intriguing bit of rumour surrounding a Tigers legends. Plus we ponder the quiet comms from the club and ask...where's our kit?!By Mike and Elliott

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HIM Director Justin Tipping Recs the Pod 22:16

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9d ago22:16

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The director of the sports horror movie HIM stops by to talk merging sports with horror and how he has Steph Curry to thank.By Juju Green

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Acting Royalty Connie Nielsen Recs The Pod 28:45

15d ago28:45

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Nobody 2's Connie Nielsen and I get super nerdy about movies. Personally I really loved this conversation.By Juju Green

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Alien: Earth's Sydney Chandler & Babou Ceesay Rec the Pod 20:12

19d ago20:12

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Chatting with the stars of FX's Alien: Earth about their new series, the Alien franchise and what movies terrified them the most.By Juju Green

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Edi Gathegi Recs the Pod 32:56

2M ago32:56

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Mr. Terrific aka Edi Gathegi joins the podcast to talk Superman and his favorite moviesBy Juju Green

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The End of Season Review - with Bondi 1:42:59

2M ago1:42:59

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Mike and Elliott round off another season of Tigers action and podcasting nonsense with a review of the season, the strides that have been taken and what there is to look forward to in the coming 12 months. Plus, Bondi joins us for possibly the least glamorous awards ceremony in sport as we pick our champagne moments from the campaign just gone.…

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28 Years Later Director, Danny Boyle, Recs the Pod 34:51

2M ago34:51

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Danny Boyle chops it up about the 28 Franchise and his first movie!By Juju Green

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Heartbreak at HQ - Prem Final Review 1:20:11

3M ago1:20:11

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Mike and Elliott stump up the courage to run the rule over a brave display which ultimately just fell short against the new Prem Champions, Bath. We gush with pride about the ticker of the boys, and try to piece together where the final was won and lost - through excellent play by Bath, through some errors from our lads, and - of course - some ques…

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The Big Prem Final Preview Pod - with Freddie Burns 1:22:49

3M ago1:22:49

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Elliott and Mike hop on board the Freddie Burns roadshow to spend some time with the King of Leicester talking about how to approach a season-defining match and giving Polly some drop goal tips. We also do a deep dive into how the boys might spring an upset against a Bath side which is - fairly - fancied by pretty much every pundit, and finally get…

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From LE2 to HQ! - Sale (H) Semi Final Review 1:19:38

3M ago1:19:38

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Mike and Elliott celebrate one of the great semi final wins at Welford Road after the boys run out 21-16 winners in a pant-shreddingly tense win over a tough Sale Sharks outfit. We ask if the boys will finally get the respect they deserve, herald some legends who left the hallowed turf for the final time and give the seal of approval for a new song…

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HTTYD Director Dean DeBlois Recs The Pod 39:37

3M ago39:37

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Dean hops on to talk directing both animated and live action How To Train Your Dragon films, movies that inspire him and how he really feels about live action adaptations.By Juju Green

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BONUS POD! - Hanro Liebenberg Interview 15:07

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Mike and Elliott are joined by Hanro Liebenberg AKA The Chairman of the 8/10 Club AKA Captain South Africa. He chats about his form this season, scoring tries (and nicking them off others) and the preparation for the brutal upcoming semi-final against Sale Sharks. If this doesn't get you excited and grabbing a ticket for Saturday, we don't know wha…

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Homeward Bound - Newcastle (H) Review, Sale Semi Final Preview 1:15:00

3M ago1:15:00

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Mike and Elliott discuss the legendary Dan Cole's retirement and dissect what has made him such a loveable hard b*stard in Leicester colours, before running the rule over a win against Newcastle which sees us secure a home semi-final against Sale.By Mike and Elliott

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How to Make an Attack - Peter Hewat Interview, Newcastle (H) Preview 1:12:20

3M ago1:12:20

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With Elliott off on wedding duties, Mike is joined by Tigers fan Darrin Bouch as they pore through the latest news and rumours before looking ahead to the last home game of the regular season - and the chance to secure a home semi final - against Newcastle. Plus, we're joined by Tigers attack guru, Peter Hewat, to discuss what makes a good attack a…

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Danny Ramirez Recs The Pod 1:41:43

3M ago1:41:43

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Danny Ramirez talks his directorial debut for Baton, playing Falcon and what keeps him locked in to the craft of acting.By Juju Green

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Weekend Rec'd - Bath (A) review, Geoff & Signings reaction & LTW Update 1:28:48

3M ago1:28:48

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With Mike on a plane back to Oz, Jacob Bassford of Sister Podcast The LTW Fancast comes in as supersub. We review a disappointing afternoon at The Rec, and wonder if there was any coaching mind games at play. We also reflect on last week's coaching announcement in more detail, as well as review last week's new signings and leavers. We also get an u…

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Return of the Geoff - Parling Appointed Head Coach, Sale (H) Review, Bath (A) Preview 1:24:16

4M ago1:24:16

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Mike and Elliott host a somewhat chaotic episode which has an edited news section shoehorned in to cover the announcement of Geoff Parling as head coach for next season, with Bondi joining us for the news. Plus, we revel in a brilliant atmosphere and even better result after a crucial win over Sale, before looking forward to a challenging (and expe…

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Puss in Boots The Last Wish Director Joel Crawford Recs the Pod 58:17

4M ago58:17

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After getting a HUGE shout out from Ryan Coogler in the last episode, Joel Crawford hops on the pod to talk about what movies inspire him, Sinners and Puss in Boots The Last Wish!By Juju Green

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Friday Night Fight Night - Sale (H) Preview, Adam Radwan Interview 55:18

4M ago55:18

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Mike and Elliott look ahead to what promises to be a brutal battle at Mattioli Woods Welford Road as Tigers host an in form Sale side with playoff places - and maybe even second place - on the line. Plus, we are joined by the turbo charged Adam Radwan, who jets in to tell us about how he's found his feet at Tigers and where *that* celebration comes…

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Bondi's Back! Quins (H) Review, Bondi Interview 1:10:35

4M ago1:10:35

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Mike is flying solo this week as Elliott sails the North Sea, but the bat signal went up and Bondi responds! The Tigers Comms guru sits down to reveal the key points from the "Meet the Board" event, put some rumours to bed and chat through a convincing bonus point win over beleaguered Harlequins which saw Adam Radwan pop his jet shoes on.…

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Sunday Roast Lam - Bristol (A) Review, Harlequins (H) Preview 1:36:45

4M ago1:36:45

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Mike and Elliott get the jacket of smugness back out of the closet following a nervy-yet-comprehensive win over the dangerous Bristol Bears, revelling in a performance of solid basics and vicious, intelligent defence. We look ahead to a key game against Harlequins which could cement playoff hopes and, dare we say it, put us in a good position for a…

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Bears and Bosses - Bristol (A) Preview 55:34

5M ago55:34

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Mike and Elliott utilise yet another week of no news to effectively make their own news about who the new Tigers figurehead is likely to be, but we deduce that an announcement cannot now be far away. We also look ahead to a daunting trip to Ashton Gate and try to figure out a way to stop that incredible Bristol attack, which is hard enough to artic…

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Sinners Director, Ryan Coogler Recs the Pod 51:12

5M ago51:12

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Ryan Coogler stops by to talk his new film Sinners, Chadwick Boseman, growing up a movie nerd and being inspired by Puss in Boots: The Last WishBy Juju Green

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Drop Director, Christopher Landon Recs The Pod 30:58

5M ago30:58

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Christopher Landon and Straw Hat Goofy talk his new movie Drop, horror/comedy, and dating.By Juju Green

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Cancel the annual Leinster defeat - Glasgow (A) Review 1:00:03

5M ago1:00:03

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Mike and Elliott get very grumpy as they review a chair-throwingly frustrating loss up in Scotland against Glasgow, with the mild benefit that at least we won't have to lose to Leinster this year. We also dive into the weekly muddy pond that is the world that is head coach rumours, but there are some potentially sweeter waters when it comes to the …

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Remove the Jacket of Smugness - Saracens (H) Review, Glasgow (A) Preview 1:21:40

5M ago1:21:40

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Mike and Elliott have to remove last week's jacket of smugness as they come to terms with a frustrating loss at home to Sarries, along with the even more frustrating non-news in respect of the head coach and fly half search. Plus, we look ahead to a challenging fixture up in Glasgow, where a win would do wonders for the morale around the club.…

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ANOTHER Franklin's Fire Drill - Saints (A) Review; Sarries (H) Preview 1:35:09

5M ago1:35:09

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Mike and Elliott record the podcast out of Smug City following a beautiful nilling of Saints on their own patch. We ask how much of that was due to great Tigers play and how much was down to Northampton having the worst case of the dropsies known to man. Plus, stay tuned throughout the episode for developing news on the Gustard situation, and we al…

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The Run In - Munster (H) Review, Northampton (A) Preview 1:03:20

6M ago1:03:20

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Mike and Elliott look at a potential hurdle in the Gustard appointment and enjoy the news (and reaction) that the Premiership will be trialling OPTIONAL away ends. We also pick apart a friendly win against a young Munster side and look ahead to an East Midlands derby which is sadly blighted by a case of "who-is-available-itis".…

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The Munster Mash - Ben Volavola Interview, Fly halves, coaches and Munster (H) Preview 1:05:00

6M ago1:05:00

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Mike and Elliott chat about some exciting and perhaps optimistic fly half rumours, the prospect of Gustard arriving as head coach, and a mid-season pre-season match against old rivals from across the sea, Munster. Plus, we speak to Fiji and Tigers fly half Ben Volavola about his experiences overseas, attacking rugby, and why he hasn't sampled a por…

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Friendly Neighborhood Hudson Recs the Pod 1:36:42

6M ago1:36:42

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The voice of Peter Parker in The Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Hudson Thames, drops into the pod to talk Spidey, Movies and the controversy that opened up his show.By Juju Green

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Oscars 2025 Post Show 23:05

6M ago23:05

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Here are the winners, losers and thoughts on this years Oscars!By Juju Green

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Off the Ball - David Kidwell, Handre Pollard and Season Tickets 1:33:00

6M ago1:33:00

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Mike and Elliott return from a week away to find all sorts of off-field developments taking place. The arrival of defence specialist and NRL legend David Kidwell, the departure of Handre Pollard and questionable comms on season tickets dominate the chat, but there's plenty more churn around the squad to discuss too.…

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Oscar Predictions! 1:22:48

6M ago1:22:48

1:22:48

Straw Hat and his good friend Cameron both give their Oscar predictions and couldn't be more different!By Juju Green

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The Fan Boy Fighter Recs the Pod 59:42

6M ago59:42

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The Fantastic Frankey stops by to actual have a serious conversation? Huh?By Juju Green

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Stimmo - Tim Stimpson Interview, Coventry (A) Review 1:51:30

6M ago1:51:30

1:51:30

Mike and Elliott speak to Tigers' legendary fullback Tim Stimpson in a no-holds-barred rollercoaster of a journey through his Tigers career, largely involving fighting and public urination (allegedly!) (by others!). Mike also reveals a slightly mad challenge for later this year to raise some money for good causes whilst we unsuccessfully try our ha…

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The Wild Robot Composer, Kris Bowers Recs The Pod 48:15

7M ago48:15

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Kris Bowers hops on the pod to talk The Wild Robot Score, Kendrick's Half Time Performance, working with Kobe Bryant, Bridgerton and more!By Juju Green

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Leaving Legacies - Nottingham (H) Review, Coventry (A) Preview 1:18:24

7M ago1:18:24

1:18:24

Mike and Elliott churn through some chat regarding player retention, replacements for Cheika and a potential reshuffling of the coaching cabinet, before we turn our attention to a comprehensive yet frustrating win over Nottingham. We also look ahead to a tricky away fixture at Cov, and predict how the team will be shaping up for that...…

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Sean Chandler and SHG Tallk Marvel, Jurassic World, & Internet Fame 1:18:36

7M ago1:18:36

1:18:36

Youtube movie critic Sean Chandler and Straw Hat basically bond over our favorite movies and franchises.By Juju Green

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Cheikout - CHEIKA OFF! Replacements discussion - Saints (H) Review, Nottingham (H) Preview 1:51:56

7M ago1:51:56

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Mike and Elliott deal, not for the first time, with the sad news that a head coach will be off following the confirmation that Michael Cheika will be leaving the club at the end of the season, and then have a deep dive into who will be filling the void next year. Plus, we are joined by Iain Morton to review the Premiership Cup win against Saints be…

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Kingsholm Collapse - Gloucester (A) Review, Saints (H) Preview 1:40:43

7M ago1:40:43

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Mike and Elliott return after a week off to attempt, unsuccessfully, to solve the same old riddles that keep plaguing our beloved Tigers side after an officiating-inspired collapse against Gloucester sees an opportunity for a depleted Tigers side slip through their fingers. We also look into a raft of exciting re-signings and look ahead to what wil…

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Full Stimmo - Ulster (H) Review, Toulouse (A) Preview 1:16:53

8M ago1:16:53

1:16:53

Mike and Elliott rave about Freddie Steward's goal kicking (does he remind you of a certain other legendary Tigers 15??) and Michael Cheika's hairdryer treatment as the boys overcome a slow start and show glimpses of brilliance in a comfortable win over Ulster. Next up are the reigning champions, Toulouse, where nothing less than an absolute thrash…

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The Surgeon - Emeka Illione Interview 17:38

8M ago17:38

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Mike and Elliott go bonus podding by sitting down with young Tigers star Emeka Illione to ask him about the development of his game, balancing studies and rugby and finding out whether or not there is anything he is actually bad at...By Mike and Elliott

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Leaving it Late - Exeter (H) Review, Ulster (H) Preview 1:35:35

8M ago1:35:35

1:35:35

Mike and Elliott take a breather after a pant-ruiningly tense game against Exeter which saw the boys come good at the end, another bonus point win but one which still leaves a number of questions unanswered. Plus, we talk about some potential good news around the corner to be shared by the club and look ahead to the visit of Ulster in the European …

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Ol' King Cole - Harlequins (A) Review, Exeter (H) Preview 1:40:12

8M ago1:40:12

1:40:12

Mike and Elliott awaken from their festive slumbers to relive a nerve-shredding draw - unbelievably, the third consecutive Big Game draw - against Harlequins. Questions around consistency and defence continue to rear their unwelcome heads, but we take solace in the fact that we were rescued by a last minute screamer from Dan Cole. We then turn our …

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The Nightmare before Christmas - Bristol (H) Review, Quins (A) Preview 1:30:15

8M ago1:30:15

1:30:15

Mike and Elliott wonder who was on Santa's naughty list to deserve the drubbing handed out by the brilliant Bears as an unwelcome early Christmas gift. We look at what went wrong in an afternoon to forget before hauling ourselves back together with some festive cheer to look ahead to the Big Game against Harlequins, and celebrate some important re-…

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Sharknado - Sharks (H) Review, Bristol Bears (H) Preview 1:30:21

9M ago1:30:21

1:30:21

Mike and Elliott celebrate an emphatic win over the Hollywood Bet Sharks and purr at the attacking plan that looks to be coming together. We chat through some key re-signings, rumoured comings and goings, and look forward to a festive bash against the Bears.By Mike and Elliott

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Warriors - Bordeaux (A) Review, Sharks (H) Preview 1:12:24

9M ago1:12:24

1:12:24

Mike and Elliott look back at a bonkers game in Bordeaux which saw the boys go down fighting against a vastly better funded and star-packed Bordeaux pack, and ask how close Tigers were to a monumental upset. Plus we get excited about the prospect of some Sharks (and some brai) coming to town...By Mike and Elliott

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The Bogey - Sale (A) Review, Bordeaux (A) Preview 1:04:15

9M ago1:04:15

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Mike and Elliott lament an all-too-familiar implosion for the boys as they go down against their bogey side, Sale, away from home and try to pick apart what went wrong. It doesn't get any easier next week though, as we also look ahead to a daunting trip to French powerhouses, Bordeaux.By Mike and Elliott

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Signings, Sightings and Sale - Nottingham (A) Review, Sale (A) Preview 54:29

9M ago54:29

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Mike and Elliott discuss new signings, mysterious sightings and a traditionally ominous fixture away at Sale...a fixture for which we're carrying, cautiously, a tad more hope than usual.By Mike and Elliott