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Jonny Wilkinson's Pursuit of Balance - From World Cup Glory to Personal Peace
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10/16/24 • 57 min
In this episode, we discuss:
- Dan B's and Jonny's French grammar tips
- Reputation from youngster to oldie
- Jonny's bizarre sense of humour
- Jonny's 3 personality archetypes: warrior, saviour & martyr
- Finding balance in life and sport: Jonny discusses how the constant search for balance — between effort and relaxation, discipline and freedom — has shaped his life and career
- Embracing vulnerability and humiliation as powerful tools for growth, both on and off the rugby field
- Reframing success: rather than being defined by his 2003 World Cup success, Jonny emphasises focusing on the present and future, seeing past glories as one part of an ongoing journey
- Jonny shares his thoughts on pressure, highlighting that it’s often a mental construct we can choose to engage with or let go of
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Shaun Edwards on rugby coaching styles, cultural differences & player development
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10/30/24 • 43 min
In this episode of A Load of BS on Sport, we sit down with Shaun Edwards, the legendary defence coach of the French national rugby team and a former playing great who has shaped the careers of countless athletes, including our very own Dan Biggar.
We dive deep into Shaun’s coaching philosophy, the cultural nuances of rugby and the secrets behind building a winning mentality.
Show notes:
Coaching Style
- Shaun emphasises clarity and simplicity in coaching, advocating concise communication
Cultural Differences
- Shaun notes the strong work ethic and commitment of French players, challenging stereotypes about their approach to the game
Player Insights
- Dan B shares his perspective on Shaun as a coach, highlighting his commitment to improving players and fostering a strong team culture
- Emphasis on importance of personal connections and understanding players' motivations
Team Dynamics
- The importance of conflict and differing opinions in creating a successful team environment
Legacy and Influence
- Shaun reflects on his impact as a coach and the importance of being approachable and relatable to players
- Dan B acknowledges Shaun’s ability to make defence engaging, fostering a culture of pride in defensive performance
Player Development
- Desire for Improvement: Shaun values players who show a willingness to improve and engage with the coaching process. He appreciates when players have opinions and ask questions, indicating their investment in the game
- Individualised Feedback: He focuses on giving targeted, actionable feedback to players, allowing them to see specific areas for improvement and reinforcing what they do well
Coaching and Legacy
- Impact Beyond Defense: Shaun expresses his desire to be seen as a coach who cares deeply about his players’ overall development, not just their defensive skills. He aims to be remembered for creating a positive environment where players feel valued and understood
- Learning from Experience: Both Shaun and Dan B reflect on the importance of learning from past experiences and failures, shaping their approach to coaching and playing
Personal Insights
- Self-Doubt and Humility: Shaun acknowledges that even successful coaches experience self-doubt and emphasises the need for humility in leadership roles
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Charlie Methven's football journey from chaos to stability
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11/06/24 • 50 min
Ever wondered what it's really like to revive a football club from the brink?
In this episode, we’re joined by Charlie Methven, football executive and co-owner of Charlton Athletic. Charlie shares his journey from the chaos at Sunderland to building stability, offering a rare insight into the cultural challenges, leadership struggles, and what it truly takes to turn a club around.
Show Notes:
- Cultural clashes and the challenge of reviving Sunderland
- Hard truths and relentless ambition needed to stabilize a struggling club
- Now at Charlton, Charlie brings the same determination to a new environment
- Honest insights and hard-earned lessons on the realities of football management
- A raw look at the fight against mediocrity in the world of football
Catch the full story and see what it takes to bring a club back to life.
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Bryan Habana on Rugby World Cup glory & the price of fame and success
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11/13/24 • 49 min
Show Notes:
- Debut Magic: Bryan scores on his first touch against England, launching his iconic career
- World Cup Glory: The emotional highs of winning the 2007 Rugby World Cup with South Africa
- Pressure of Being a Superstar: Bryan shares the mental struggle of living up to expectations after early success
- Low Points: From a crushing 49-0 loss in 2006 to being booed in 2010, Bryan opens up about facing adversity
- Leadership Evolution: From wing to team leader, how Bryan embraced responsibility as his career progressed
- Life After Rugby: Navigating the tough transition from sport to business, and finding new purpose
- Positive Mindset: The power of choosing positivity and focusing on growth, both on and off the field
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Ben Ryan on Leadership in Chaos - Transforming Fiji Rugby and Football Beyond
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11/27/24 • 52 min
Show Notes:
- Ben discusses his journey from rugby coach to Performance Director at Brentford FC
- Reflections on leading Fiji to Olympic gold and the lessons learned in team culture
- Ben shares how discipline and structure helped transform the Fijian team’s performance
- The importance of balancing freedom with high standards in elite sport
- Insights into the challenges of transitioning from rugby to football leadership
- Ben talks about the power of alignment and communication in building successful teams
- The role of player care and cultural sensitivity in managing a diverse squad
- Ben critiques the obsession with marginal gains and emphasises the importance of solid foundations
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029: Dr Dimitris Xygalatas on the behavioural science of extreme rituals
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02/16/22 • 60 min
This is a conversation with anthropologist and cognitive scientist Dr Dimitris Xygalatas, who is an expert in rituals, whether religious, sporting, tribal, individual, collective or otherwise.
Rituals are part of all our lives, unconsciously so sometimes. Whether it's birthdays, pre-match warmup exercises or religious ceremonies, we're familiar mainly with low intensity, repetitive ones. It's the more intense, extreme rituals, in particular, which fascinate me for their arousing nature, their extravagance, their social breadth, and their emotional and physiological consequences; like that Thaipusam Kavadi body piercing festival in Mauritius or the fire walking celebrations in San Pedro Manrique, Spain. On top of these highly prosocial rituals, we also address how synchrony affects gatherings and the collective effervescence, goose steps and goose bumps of very antisocial Nazi parades.
Dimitris is going to walk us through all these ideas and more. I think you'll enjoy it!
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049: Clémence Quint on behavioural change & shifting gender norms in a war torn world
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10/13/22 • 27 min
Clémence is Director and co-founder at Magenta Consulting where she and her team use behavioural insights to make sustainable and scalable change in some of the poorest, war torn and least developed parts of the world, seeking to to maximise the effectiveness and efficiency of communications interventions in support of social impact; in places like Nigeria, Tunisia, Afghanistan and Lebanon.
The focus of their projects so far has been civic education, governance and stabilisation, preventing violent extremism, counter-narcotics and women’s empowerment.
Show notes
- How Clémence got into behavioural science and the founding of Magenta Consulting
- A self-proclaimed feminist - how Clémence is changing behaviours in the gender diversity debate
- How we engage men in the conversation
- Gender based violence in Mali: managing men without being patronising, confrontational, without framing them as the aggressors
- The Behaviour Driver Model (developed by UNICEF in the Middle East)
- Fear of judgement, of being a bad parent, norms around hitting women as means to protect their family
- The Role Model program to change gender norms and child behaviour management
- Getting comfortable seeking imperfect solutions
- Managing unintended consequences of implementing behavioural science interventions in unfamiliar environments
- Women empowerment programmes can increase risks for women
- Ensuring women suffering from GBH get care and attention
Note: Qudwa is a SBC strategy developed by UNICEF Lebanon in 2020, with the contribution of MAGENTA Consulting
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Sam Peters & Lewis Moody on using your brain in rugby
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07/12/24 • 55 min
This is the story of a decade long campaign to make contact sport safe.
In this episode, we welcome award winning author and journalist Sam Peters alongside Rugby Union World Cup winner Lewis Moody.
Sam has just won The Sports Writing Award at the Charles Tyrwhitt Book Awards for Concussed: Sport's Uncomfortable Truth, not only a fine piece of writing, but moreover a recognition for an ongoing campaign Sam has been fighting for over a decade.
Lewis won pretty well everything in Rugby Union, domestic and European titles with Leicester Tigers, British Lions caps, and most notably the World Cup with England in 2003. He himself suffered multiple serious concussions in his career; and this is the subject of today.
Show notes:
- Sam’s 10+ year campaign to save rugby
- Lewis’s own terrible concussion history
- The tragic stories of those who’ve suffered
- Mental health + concussion
- Resistance and conflicts of interest from the inside
- Grassroots and the future of rugby
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Cricket as a Canvas - Ed Smith on Sport, Art, and the Science of Decision-Making
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03/06/24 • 50 min
In this first in a new series, we talk to former England international, Kent and Middlesex cricketer Ed Smith. Ed is also a prolific writer and broadcaster, past England national selector and now founder of the Institute of Sports Humanities which teaches a unique degree in sports leadership.
We talk about:
- What sport and cricket mean to Ed
- What the study of history has taught Ed about sport
- The problem with team talks
- Emotionally intelligent coaches
- Team selection and risk taking
- How to make good decisions
- Sport as art
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Eddie Jones : Challenges of a globetrotting rugby coaching career.
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02/12/25 • 58 min
In this engaging conversation, Eddie Jones, one of rugby's most successful coaches, shares his insights on coaching, team dynamics, and the challenges faced in the sport. He reflects on his experiences with various teams, including England and Australia, and discusses the importance of player development, trust, and maintaining a competitive edge. The discussion also delves into his coaching philosophy, the balance between pushing players and maintaining their motivation, and the necessity of adapting strategies to fit the players' strengths. In this engaging conversation, Eddie Jones reflects on his coaching career, particularly the 2019 World Cup final, discussing the emotional and strategic challenges faced. He emphasises the importance of adapting coaching styles to different cultures and the evolution of rugby coaching in a globalised world. Jones shares insights on legacy, player relationships, and the significance of achievements beyond trophies, while also expressing a desire to explore coaching in cricket's IPL. The discussion culminates in quickfire questions that reveal his personal reflections and philosophies on coaching and life.
Takeaways
- Eddie Jones emphasises the importance of perspective in coaching.
- Coaching is a complex interplay of various factors, including team dynamics.
- Trust and motivation are crucial in coaching relationships.
- Players need to understand their strengths and double down on them.
- Healthy conflict within a team can lead to greater success.
- Eddie believes in adapting coaching styles to fit individual players.
- The purpose of rugby is to score more points than the opposition.
- Coaching requires a balance between pushing players and supporting them.
- Player development is essential for long-term success in rugby.
- Eddie's experiences highlight the need for systemic changes in rugby organisations. Eddie has the best win rate of any England coach.
- Coaches must balance positivity and realism to motivate players.
- Winning is essential, but coaching is about passion for the game.
- Cultural nuances significantly impact coaching effectiveness.
- The game of rugby has become more homogeneous due to globalisation.
- Coaching now involves more management of player emotions and social media.
- Legacy is defined by personal satisfaction and respect from players.
- Achievements in coaching can be measured beyond just trophies.
- Japan's victory over South Africa inspired tier two nations.
- Eddie Jones expresses interest in coaching in the IPL.
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How many episodes does A LOAD OF BS ON SPORT have?
A LOAD OF BS ON SPORT currently has 91 episodes available.
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The podcast is about Podcasts, Social Sciences, Science and Sports.
What is the most popular episode on A LOAD OF BS ON SPORT?
The episode title '014: Gerald Ashley on risk, replication crisis & pandemic costs' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on A LOAD OF BS ON SPORT?
The average episode length on A LOAD OF BS ON SPORT is 45 minutes.
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Episodes of A LOAD OF BS ON SPORT are typically released every 7 days, 8 hours.
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The first episode of A LOAD OF BS ON SPORT was released on Jul 5, 2021.
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