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The Bench with Jenna and Jon

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Join Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin to get to know the players, officials and all the big names from around the Betfred Super League and beyond. Episodes are released every Monday.
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October 4 · 28 min
Inside the winning Wakefield dressing room!
Moments after the Super League Grand Final, Jenna, Jon and Sam head inside the winning Wakefield Trinity dressing room to join the celebrations - this is what happened next! If you've enjoyed listening to this episode, you can also watch it on your Sky TV. Just say "Sky Sports Podcasts" into your remote. Thank you for joining us on 'The Bench' this season! •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
September 28 · 31 min
The season so far........
It's almost Grand Final time, so Jenna, Jon and Sam look back at the season so far. Recorded BEFORE the two semi finals, do they get their predictions right for the Super League showpiece? •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
September 21 · 33 min
Lachie Miller: Getting injured at the wrong time, working with Brad Arthur and Pilates!
From playing in the NRL, to the Olympics, then across to the Super League with Leeds, Lachie Miller chats to Jenna and Jon about his career, working with head coach Brad Arthur and doing Pilates! Plus, hear how he thinks the Rhinos' end of season could play out, as he watches from the sidelines with an injury. •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
September 14 · 32 min
Reagan Campbell-Gillard: Broncos ambitions, culture shocks and giving away gear!
London Broncos captain Reagan Campbell-Gillard is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Reagan tells us how his move to the UK came about and why getting the Broncos into Super League was a project that appealed to him. He also opens up to Jenna and Jon about the end of his time in NRL and how one lucky Gold Coast Titans fan ended up with all his club gear! - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
September 6 · 29 min
Liam Farrell: Wigan's warrior announces his retirement
Jenna, Jon and Sam are joined by Wigan legend Liam Farrell on this episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon as he announces his retirement from rugby league. Liam tells us why the time is right to end his playing career now, what he won't miss about being a player and looks back on his stellar career. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
August 28 · 34 min
Remembering Sir Billy Boston
On this special episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon, rugby league historian Tony Collins joins us to look back on the life of one of the sport's all-time greats - Sir Billy Boston - who died at the age of 92. He was the first ever rugby league player to receive a knighthood, and was also the first black player to represent Great Britain. Tony tells us about his upbringing in Cardiff, his move to Wigan and just what a special talent he was on the pitch. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
August 24 · 33 min
Neil Hudgell: Owning the Robins, head coach changes & NRL offers
Hull KR owner Neil Hudgell is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon (and Sam Tomkins). Neil chats about what it's like to own the club and reflects on their on-field success in recent years. He also discusses the upcoming change in the club's head coach from Willie Peters to Nathan Cayless, and shares his thoughts on the NRL's investment offer to Super League. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
August 17 · 15 min
Harry Smith: Haircuts, long-term security & calmness
Wigan Warriors' Harry Smith is the guest on this week's episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon. It's a shorter episode than usual due to the extreme heat which affected our broadcast equipment on location in Leeds! But in the time we do have with him, Harry chats about signing a long-term deal at Wigan, how he remains composed and calm under pressure and how he's trying to help the development of Jack Farrimond. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
August 10 · 33 min
Ste Mills: Davy Litten, and the secrets behind Wakefield’s recruitment success
Wakefield Trinity director of rugby Ste Mills is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon (and Sam Tomkins). Ste tells us why he is so thorough with his work in player recruitment and explains how the club have managed to sign Davy Litten from Hull FC. They also discuss the metrics and references that Ste uses to identify talent and the aims and ambitions at Wakefield to win silverware. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
July 20 · 30 min
Josh Thewlis: The 'Yorkshire bus', Oldham & sleep-walking!
Warrington Wolves' Josh Thewlis is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. He gives an update on the injury that's keeping him out of action at the moment and when he's hoping to return. Plus, we find out more about Josh's Oldham upbringing and that he's a sleep-walker! - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
July 13 · 21 min
Tom Burgess: Hip issues, Aussie links and being really good at admin!
Huddersfield Giants prop Tom Burgess is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Tom sat down with Jenna, Jon and Sam Tomkins at Magic Weekend at Hill Dickinson Stadium, so there is some background noise during the episode! They spoke about Tom's hip injury problems, his links with Australia and found out that he is really good at admin! - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
July 6 · 31 min
Alex Walmsley: Reaching the end, change at St Helens and a Players' Association
St Helens legend Alex Walmsley is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. 'Big Al' chats about his new contract and why he thinks it might be his last one before retirement. Plus he gives us his thoughts on why Paul Rowley was the right man to bring change to St Helens and explains why he is passionate about setting a Players' Association for Super League players. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
June 29 · 31 min
Mitchell Pearce: French living, misconceptions and Catalans coaching
Catalans Dragons assistant coach Mitchell Pearce is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Mitchell discusses his life in France and how the coaching opportunity at the Catalans Dragons came about for him. Plus, he chats about how people's perceptions of players are shaped solely by what they see on the pitch and how he's trying to help athletes overcome challenges through his charity - Reboot Mindset Academy. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
June 22 · 32 min
Gary Chambers: from the classroom to Warrington Wolves, working with Sam Burgess and young superstar, Ewan Irwin.
Jenna, Jon and Sam Tomkins are joined by the Warrington Wolves Director of Rugby, Gary Chambers, on this episode of 'The Bench'. Gary talks about the work he's done in school and on the rugby pitch with young people. He discusses the rise of Ewan Irwin through the ranks at Warrington and explains why Sam Burgess' influence is 'massive' for the club. Plus, they run through this week's 'on and off the bench,' from turning circles to onions! •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
June 15 · 26 min
Harry Robertson: Young players, versatility and not going to the mall!
St Helens' young star Harry Robertson is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Harry speaks about his route into rugby league as a youngster and his ability to play in several different positions. He also tells us about what it's like to work under Paul Rowley as head coach and his and the club's ambitions to win trophies. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
June 5 · 30 min
Ian Blease: Top of the league, players moving on & Brad Arthur's future
Leeds Rhinos sporting director Ian Blease is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. With the club currently sitting at the top of Super League, Ian reflects on their improvement over the last year, how they're dealing with the departures of several players and provides an update on contract talks with head coach Brad Arthur. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
May 25 · 34 min
Ian Watson: Toe tapping, learning to 'breathe' and his return to Super League with Hull KR!
Former Salford & Huddersfield head coach, now Hull KR assistant, Ian Watson, joins Jenna, Jon and Sam Tomkins on The Bench. They discuss how his time in rugby union with the Seattle Seawolves allowed him to 'breathe', his ambitions in the game and how he even talks about coaching on his holidays! •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
May 18 · 33 min
Liam Marshall: Pranksters, family support & being a 'one-club man'
Wigan winger Liam Marshall is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Liam tells us about his recovery from a hamstring injury and gives his thoughts on how his replacement, Noah Hodkinson has been getting on. Plus, Liam talks about battling back from rejection and adversity early in his career, how the club has supported him through difficult times and the support he gets from his family. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
May 4 · 30 min
Arthur Mourgue: The Tomkins influence, being a "rugby nerd" & fullbacks
Hull KR fullback Arthur Mourgue is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. They discuss his comeback from injury and how Sam Tomkins has helped influence his development as a player. Plus, we go 'On & Off The Bench' to pick out the things we want to see more of and less of in rugby league and beyond! - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
April 27 · 30 min
"We can do something really special with Super League!" Radlinski & Fitzpatrick on NRL Partnerships, McDermott and McNamara!
Wigan Warriors' Kris Radlinski and Warrington Wolves' Karl Fitzpatrick join Jenna and Jon on this week's episode of The Bench. We discuss a possible partnership with the NRL, after Andrew Abdo revealed potential investment in Super League on this podcast. They also chat about Brian McDermott's appointment as England head coach, Karl explains Steve McNamara's move from Warrington to Hull FC, and we touch on England rugby union star Ben Earl's admission that he would like to play rugby league. •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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