Best Sam Welsby Podcasts (2024)

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Playing In A Grand Final & End of Season Thoughts With Sam Tomkins 27:44

3h ago27:44

27:44

Sam Tomkins is back with Jenna and Jon to look ahead to the Grand Final! But now you know the result, will their predictions have come true? Sam also updates us on his playing future, and we have our final (possibly!) 'on and off' the bench of the season.By Sky Sports

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Elliot Minchella | From building site to Hull KR's inspirational captain 26:09

2d ago26:09

26:09

Just before Hull KR's play-off semi final, Jenna and Jon sat down with their captain Elliot Minchella for The Bench. They discuss being a leader, being yourself and Elliot's unusual route to the top of Super League.By Sky Sports

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Sam Tomkins | His future in rugby league and where next for Catalans after missing out on playoffs. 28:25

9d ago28:25

28:25

Former England captain and Catalans Dragons' Sam Tomkins is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Sam reviews his season with Catalans, who missed out on the top 6 and the Superleague playoffs. He also discusses his own playing future and if a second retirement is imminent.By Sky Sports

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Lee Briers | Back from Australia, coaching the best and Saints hopes 30:20

16d ago30:20

30:20

Former Warrington star and soon to be St Helens assistant coach Lee Briers is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Lee talks about his experiences in the NRL with the Brisbane Broncos, what he has learned while coaching some of the world's best players and what his hopes are for St Helens when he joins the club as an assistant coach f…

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Luke Robinson | Getting the Giants' job full-time, retaining players and winning at snakes and ladders 36:22

28d ago36:22

36:22

Luke Robinson joins Jenna and Jon on this week's episode of The Bench, to discuss his appointment as Huddersfield Giants' Head Coach on a permanent basis. Luke is open and honest about the challenges of recruiting and retaining players, and he explains about his 'will to win' - especially at snakes and ladders!…

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Denis Betts | World Cup final captaincy, coaching Warriors Women and the voice 31:01

1M ago31:01

31:01

Former England and Wigan second-row and now head coach of Wigan Warriors Women, Denis Betts is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Denis chats about his playing career which included leading England out for a World Cup final at Wembley, and how a new approach to fitness gave his side the edge in the 1990s. Plus, Denis describes how h…

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Paul Lakin | Recruitment, building for the future and a flip-flop obsession 30:17

1M ago30:17

30:17

Hull KR chief executive Paul Lakin is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. With Rovers enjoying a successful season, Paul tells us how they're already planning for 2026 and explains some of the processes behind their player recruitment. Plus, Paul talks about his close working relationship with head coach Willie Peters and reveals his…

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Jamie Peacock | Legendary stats, motivational speaking and 'the coalition of the willing' 31:36

2M ago31:36

31:36

Former England captain and Super League legend Jamie Peacock is the guest on this week's episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Jamie talks about his incredible achievements during his playing career and describes his post-playing role of being a motivational speaker.By Sky Sports

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Surrendering, Suffering and God's Sovereignty 1:18:48

2M ago1:18:48

1:18:48

In this week's episode I talk about three different worldviews and their response to human suffering. Should we have faith in humans to solve the world's problems? Or will Artificial Intelligence give us the answers? Both humans and technology are flawed but if we have faith in our Creator and his sovereignty, might and faithfulness, we will feel m…

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Jack Welsby | Full-backs, playing other sports & 'show us your lawn!' 31:32

2M ago31:32

31:32

St Helens full-back Jack Welsby is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. With Jenna away presenting The Hundred, Jon and Jack are joined by Sam Tomkins who lifts the lid on his decision to come out of retirement and return to rugby league. Jack tells us about his hamstring injury and how his rehab is going, and Jon asks which Olympic s…

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George Williams | Sunbeds, freedom on the field & why not Warrington? 29:59

2M ago29:59

29:59

England captain and Warrington Wolves star George Williams is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. George reveals he's a sunbed user, his surprise at Sam Tomkins' return to Super League and that he's not afraid to wear 'interesting' shoes! Plus he tells us how freedom on the field and his partnership with Matt Dufty has helped inspire…

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Jai Field | Hamstrings, 'Nippers' and choosing Super League over NRL 33:12

2M ago33:12

33:12

Wigan Warriors star Jai Field is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Jai gives us the latest on the hamstring injury that is keeping him out of action at the moment and discusses why he has chosen to stay in Super League rather than move back to the NRL in Australia. Plus listen out for our regular 'On & Off The Bench' segment too!…

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Chris Kendall | Going unnoticed, competitive officials & pantomime villains 30:08

3M ago30:08

30:08

Super League match official, Chris Kendall is Jenna and Jon's guest on this week's episode of The Bench. Chris explains how he tries not to be the main talking point after matches, how his refereeing style has changed and why he and the other officials knew it would be a difficult start to the season with the introduction of player safety rules. Pl…

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Toby King | Gout, growing trees and playing wildcards 28:52

3M ago28:52

28:52

Warrington Wolves centre, Toby King is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Toby talks about suffering from gout - something he didn't realise he had in common with Jon! Plus he explains why he's spending time growing trees in his garden and comes up with one of our favourite Off The Bench ideas so far!…

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Joe Philbin | The best teeth, Ratchford's rituals and pet sheep 30:08

3M ago30:08

30:08

Warrington forward, Joe Philbin joins Jenna and Jon on this week's episode of The Bench. Joe talks about the disappointment of missing the Challenge Cup final due to injury and gives us an insight into Sam Burgess' team talks. Plus, Joe reveals how he's become part of one of Stefan Ratchford's pre-match rituals, talks about growing up on his family…

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Paul Rowley | Rhinos rumours, enforced rests and stepping up to the challenge 29:52

4M ago29:52

29:52

Salford Red Devils head coach, Paul Rowley makes his second appearance on the podcast to chat with Jenna and Jon. Paul speaks about the rumours linking him to Leeds Rhinos, how player safety rules mean he could be forced to rest some of his top players later in the season, and how his Salford squad enjoy the challenge of facing Super League's top t…

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Jesus: Religion or Reality? 1:02:02

4M ago1:02:02

1:02:02

In this week's episode I talk about the difference between "Jesus: the religion" and "Jesus: the reality". After two thousand years of church history, I ask if we have fallen into the trap that the apostle Paul warned us against by being embroiled in "vain discussions" that lead us away from our faith? Jesus called his followers to simply believe i…

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Kyle Amor | Family success, ask Kyle anything and adding some stardust 30:32

4M ago30:32

30:32

Jenna is joined by Kyle Amor this week who's in the studio to answer some questions sent in by you, our listeners! What was his best moment at St Helens? How did it feel to be an unused sub in a Grand Final? And why didn't things work out at Warrington? Plus, as ever, there's 'On & Off The Bench' - where Kyle wants to see some showbiz sprinkled on …

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Matt Whitley | Teenage dreams, French life & language skills 30:19

4M ago30:19

30:19

St Helens back row, Matt Whitley is Jenna and Jon's guest this week on The Bench. Matt talks about his return to the club after being released as a teenager, his time in France with the Catalans Dragons and explains why he thinks back row is the toughest position on the field.By Sky Sports

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Remembering Rob Burrow with Danny McGuire 21:33

4M ago21:33

21:33

Jenna and Jon are joined by former Leeds Rhinos captain, Danny McGuire to pay tribute and reflect on the life of Rob Burrow, who passed away on Sunday.By Sky Sports

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Mike Eccles | NOT the head coach, gradings and RL in London 1:04:00

4M ago1:04:00

1:04:00

London Broncos director of rugby and performance, Mike Eccles is the guest on this week's episode of The Bench. Jenna and Jon quiz Mike about his childhood and his route into rugby league coaching, discuss how the grading system is affecting the London Broncos and what the future holds for the game in the capital. This episode was recorded before t…

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Paul Wood | Rugby League Cares, OCD and bringing back the biff! 31:01

5M ago31:01

31:01

Warrington Wolves former player and now club ambassador, Paul Wood is the latest guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Paul speaks about the 'Rugby League Cares' campaign, his struggles with OCD and gives us a couple of 'old school' ideas on 'On & Off The Bench'.By Sky Sports

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Matty Ashton | Speed, the Burgess effect and cold water dipping 29:25

5M ago29:25

29:25

Warrington's winger and full-back, Matty Ashton joins Jenna and Jon for this week's episode of The Bench. Matty tells us where his trademark speed came from, what it's like to play for head coach, Sam Burgess and his love of cold water dipping!By Sky Sports

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Anthony Mullally | Veganism, wellness and meditation 47:48

5M ago47:48

47:48

Former Super League winner, Anthony Mullally joins Jenna and Jon on this week's episode of The Bench. Anthony talks about how he began to focus on mindfullness during his playing career, why he decided to go vegan, and tells us about the retreats business he has set up which offer men the chance to explore their masculinity.…

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Sean O'Loughlin | Captaincy, coaching ambitions and touch judge frustration 30:25

5M ago30:25

30:25

Wigan Warriors' legendary captain, now coach, Sean O'Loughlin is Jenna and Jon's guest on this week's episode of The Bench. Sean looks back on his hugely successful career as a player and tells us what his ambitions are now he has moved into coaching.By Sky Sports

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Alex Walmsley | A different path, happiness and getting rid of backs! 32:27

6M ago32:27

32:27

St Helens prop, Alex Walmsley joins Jenna and Jon this week to discuss his journey from university and amateur rugby league to becoming a Saints legend.By Sky Sports

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Sam Welsby Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Abide In Me

Sam Welsby

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The Bench with Jenna and Jon

Sky Sports

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Playing In A Grand Final & End of Season Thoughts With Sam Tomkins 27:44

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Elliot Minchella | From building site to Hull KR's inspirational captain 26:09

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Sam Tomkins | His future in rugby league and where next for Catalans after missing out on playoffs. 28:25

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Lee Briers | Back from Australia, coaching the best and Saints hopes 30:20

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Luke Robinson | Getting the Giants' job full-time, retaining players and winning at snakes and ladders 36:22

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Denis Betts | World Cup final captaincy, coaching Warriors Women and the voice 31:01

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Paul Lakin | Recruitment, building for the future and a flip-flop obsession 30:17

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Jamie Peacock | Legendary stats, motivational speaking and 'the coalition of the willing' 31:36

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Surrendering, Suffering and God's Sovereignty 1:18:48

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Jack Welsby | Full-backs, playing other sports & 'show us your lawn!' 31:32

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George Williams | Sunbeds, freedom on the field & why not Warrington? 29:59

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Jai Field | Hamstrings, 'Nippers' and choosing Super League over NRL 33:12

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Chris Kendall | Going unnoticed, competitive officials & pantomime villains 30:08

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Toby King | Gout, growing trees and playing wildcards 28:52

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Joe Philbin | The best teeth, Ratchford's rituals and pet sheep 30:08

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Paul Rowley | Rhinos rumours, enforced rests and stepping up to the challenge 29:52

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Jesus: Religion or Reality? 1:02:02

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Kyle Amor | Family success, ask Kyle anything and adding some stardust 30:32

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Matt Whitley | Teenage dreams, French life & language skills 30:19

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Remembering Rob Burrow with Danny McGuire 21:33

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Mike Eccles | NOT the head coach, gradings and RL in London 1:04:00

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Paul Wood | Rugby League Cares, OCD and bringing back the biff! 31:01

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Matty Ashton | Speed, the Burgess effect and cold water dipping 29:25

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Anthony Mullally | Veganism, wellness and meditation 47:48

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Sean O'Loughlin | Captaincy, coaching ambitions and touch judge frustration 30:25

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Alex Walmsley | A different path, happiness and getting rid of backs! 32:27

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