Rugby Rodeo

Rugby Rodeo

Hosted by England teammates Jess Breach and Ellie Kildunne, fresh off her stint representing Team GB at the Paris 2024 Rugby 7s, the podcast will offer an intimate look into the world of professional women's rugby, behind-the-scenes stories, and inspiring interviews with fellow athletes and prominent figures in the sport. From navigating the professional sporting world to championing female voices, the duo will provide a unique and empowering perspective on their experiences.

Episodes

June 19, 2025 52 mins
Jess and Ellie give us an update inside and outside Red Roses camp. From Jess’s dad redecorating her flat while Archie’s off in Vietnam, to celeb-spotting at Queen’s tennis and debating Dan Cole’s yellow card in the Prem final, it’s a week packed with DIY, drama and national anthem guitars. Jess opens up about post-tournament recovery and missing periods, sparking an honest conversation around women’s health in rugby. Plus: chaotic...
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The Rodeo is back in full swing as Jess returns to Red Roses camp and Ellie joins from rehab — and with just 69 days to go until the Rugby World Cup, the energy is building. The girls chat all things camp life, leadership, who’s bringing the vibes, and what training looks like behind the scenes. Plus: love island contenders in the squad, mental prep for a World Cup, favourite TikToks, and your listener questions — from boots to ba...
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This week on Rugby Rodeo, we're joined by Red Roses stars Jess Breach and Ellie Kildunne from inside England camp. The girls catch us up on their off-season adventures, holiday hotspots, and how they’ve been recharging away from the pitch. Listen for behind-the-scenes banter, and a peek into life as a professional rugby player during the quieter months. It’s not all tackles and training – sometimes it’s sun, sleep, and a cheeky coc...
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No Ellie this week… but stepping in is none other than professional rugby player Archie White — and, perhaps more notably, Jess Breach’s other half. Joining us from the Spotify Studios, Archie opens up about his bold decision to step away from the game at just 27. He shares the unusual reasons behind the move, his favourite memories on the pitch, the sacrifices he's made throughout his career — and even spills the tea on who really...
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In this episode, Jess Breach and Ellie Kildunne are joined by Saracens and Welsh fly-half Flo Williams. But Flo isn’t just making waves on the pitch—she’s also shaping the future of the game off it, recently becoming Saracens' first-ever Creative Director in Rugby. The trio explore what rugby can learn from other sports, how the Lionesses managed to capture a nation’s heart, and why the men’s game could take a few cues from the wom...
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We’re stepping off the pitch and onto the mat this week as we sit down with Team GB Olympic bronze medallist Alice Kinsella. From flipping through pressure at Tokyo to pain in Paris, Alice gets real about what it actually takes to perform on the biggest stage, how she deals with pressure when the spotlight is on and we go deep on some of the darkest moments in her career. We talk training, triumph, setbacks and comebacks. It’...
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The Red Roses have done it again – seven in a row and four straight Grand Slams! Jess and Ellie are back to relive a heart-stopping finale in front of a packed Allianz crowd, where France pushed England to the edge. From Joanna Grisez’s breakaway to England’s re-shuffeled backline, the girls break down whether this was a strategic stress-test ahead of RWC 2025. They dish out player shoutouts (Zoe, Abby, and a certain Scottish winge...
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This week on Rugby Rodeo, Jess and Ellie are back in the saddle—but not on the pitch—as they reveal they won’t be part of the Red Roses’ Grand Slam decider against France. Ellie opens up about her injury, her unexpected DJ duties in camp, and how she’s staying involved. Jess shares the emotional side of non-selection and what it means to be a true team pillar. The duo reflect on England’s lightning start against Scotland, and highl...
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This week, Jess and Ellie break down England’s big win over Ireland – including why the first half took some time to get going for England and what changed at half time. The girls share behind-the-scenes away day stories from Cork, including team meals, Guinness chats, and bus seating politics. There’s a big shoutout to Ireland's Amee-Leigh Costigan, and England's Abby Dow (50 caps!), as well as Ellie’s lightning try. Plus lots mo...
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April 10, 2025 45 mins
Ellie & Jess join us this week from camp talking all things Six Nations fallow weeks, what do they get up to? How important is the recovery? How do they fill their downtime? We also answer LOADS of brilliant listener questions this week including BEST and WORST things about being in camp, advice on slick backs and skincare routines and Bucket List goals... IF YOU ENJOY THE POD please please leave us a 5 star review, we're current...
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Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach are back in the Spotify Studios! In this episode the girls breakdown the emotions behind Ellie's 50th cap, how it was playing in the Principality and share more about their personal lives from your listeners questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Ellie & Jess join us this week from Ellie's hotel room, after the Red Roses started their Six Nations campaign with an emphatic victory against Italy. They chat about game week in Yoooooorkshire, as well as looking ahead to a massive clash against Wales this weekend at the Principality. WANT TO WIN SOME OF ELLIE & JESS'S ENGLAND KIT?? Leave us a 5 start review on whatever podcast platform you listen to us on, tell us what you love...
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The Rugby Rodeo crew kicks things off with a debrief of the PWR Final, where Gloucester-Hartpury claimed a 34-19 win over Saracens. The girls dive into what went wrong for Sarries, Jess's standout moments, and the raw emotions post-match. Then it's full steam ahead for the Women's Six Nations, with insights into England camp life, player ambitions, and dark horse predictions. Plus, a look at the upcoming clash against Italy in York...
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Ellie is away in England camp so dials in for a catch up with Jess BUT BEFORE THAT we have Jess' Saracens teammates Zoe Harrison & Sophie Bridger to chat about the pre PWR Final nervous energy. They also discuss the hardship of coming back from serious injuries and Sophie tells her inspirational story before becoming a professional rugby player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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This week on Rugby Rodeo, Ellie and Jess break down a dramatic PWR Semi-Final clash between Sarries and Quins, reliving the highs, the world-class tries, and that emotional post-match moment. With Sarries now set to face Gloucester in the final, the duo discuss the big game. Then, it’s all things Red Roses as they check in from camp—new faces, Six Nations prep, and what they’ve been up to off the pitch. Listener questions spark deb...
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With the PWR semi-finals just days away, tension is high as Saracens take on Quins and Gloucester face Bristol. Hosts Ellie and Jess are joined by two current teammates in Sarries’ Canadian international Gabby Senft—fresh off a two-try, Player of the Weekend performance—and Quins’ star Emma Swords to break it all down. From big match previews to mindset shifts in knockout rugby, the squad dives deep into where the semis will be won...
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The PWR Playoffs are here, and the stakes couldn’t be higher! The Jess Express is back in action for Saracens, just in time for a huge semi-final showdown against Ellie’s Harlequins. The duo break down their latest matches—Saracens' win over Exeter and Quins’ Friday night battle with Bristol in front of 7,000 fans. They also debate home advantage, Bristol’s underdog story. Plus, behind-the-scenes stories from Jess’ O2 England shoot...
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Love is in the air at Rugby Rodeo as Ellie and Jess bring their boyfriends, Archie and Cam, onto the pod for a special Valentine's episode! The lads spill the tea on what it's really like to date a rugby player—are they messy, moody, or just perfect in every way? 👀 We put their relationships to the test with a hilarious game of Mr & Mrs—do they actually know each other as well as they think? Plus, listener questions cover everythi...
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Ellie and Jess chat cryotherapy, whether it’s worth the hype, and some of life's eternal questions like if they’d rather be too hot or too cold. They break down Exeter 30-31 Harlequins, the on-field niggle, and Ellie’s playoff-securing try. Ealing vs Saracens gets a look too, with thoughts on injuries and playoff form. Listeners’ questions cover playoff rugby pressure, Bristol’s title chances, and Madi Levi’s switch from SVNS to XV...
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Saracens end Harlequins’ winning streak, and Ellie breaks down what went on in the big game. Jess was having fun and shares her experience running the Rugby Rodeo socials at the match and meeting lots of fans, while the duo debate whether Sophie Bridger’s try was the best of the season so far. Elsewhere, Sale Sharks finally get their first win of the season, shaking up the table, while Trailfinders break Bristol’s playoff hopes in ...
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