The Bench with Jenna and Jon
Sky Sports 148 episodes Oct 4, 2026
The Bench with Jenna and Jon is a rugby league podcast from Sky Sports hosted by Jenna Brooks and Jon Wilkin. Each episode features conversations with players, officials, and other big names from the Betfred Super League and beyond. New episodes are released every Monday. The show offers insight and discussion around the latest rugby league stories and personalities.
Episodes
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
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-
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 cu
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 leag
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, yo
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
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 le
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 J
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.-•Yo
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 Spor
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 S
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
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 -
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 th
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 y
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
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, yo
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
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 Sk
"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 t
Andy Kelly: Challenging times for Huddersfield, the search for a new head coach and how to rebuild the Giants.
Huddersfield director of rugby, Andy Kelly, joins Jenna and Jon on The Bench this week. Andy talks honestly about challenging times for the Giants, updates us on their search for a new head coach and explains plans to rebuild the club. Plus, Andy shares his 'on and off The Bench'. •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sp
Andrew Abdo: NRL investment in Super League - will it happen and what will it look like?
The chief executive officer of the NRL, Andrew Abdo is the guest on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Andrew tells us about the discussions he's been having with Super League stakeholders about potential investment by the NRL.He tells Jenna and Jon whether a deal is close to being offered, what it might look like and how he thinks the NRL can help improve rugby league in the north
Gary Hetherington: Birth of Super League, re-branding Leeds & Broncos plans
One of rugby league's most influential executives, Gary Hetherington is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Gary looks back to the birth of Super League in 1996 and the challenges of that period. He also tells us about his work at Leeds and how he re-branded the club as the "Rhinos".Plus, in his current role as chief executive officer at London Broncos, Gary explains how he hopes to
Chris Chester: Happy 30th Super League! Leaving Leigh & the job at Cas
Castleford Tigers director of rugby Chris Chester is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Chris speaks about being a player, a head coach and a director of rugby in Super League as the competition turns 30 years old.He also tells Jenna and Jon about his reasons for leaving Leigh Leopards and opens up on the size of the task ahead of him at Castleford.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast
Bonus episode! Roger Tuivasa-Sheck signs for Wakefield Trinity!
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck speaks to Jenna and Sam Tomkins on this bonus episode of The Bench.In his first interview since announcing his stunning move to Wakefield Trinity from the NRL, he tells Jenna and Sam why now was the right time to move to Super League.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your sm
Joe Ofahengaue: Mentoring, moving across the world & "love to work"!
Leigh Leopards forward Joe Ofahengaue is this week's guest on the Bench with Jenna and Jon.Joe talks about his upbringing in New Zealand and his subsequent moves to NRL and Super League.Plus he tells Jenna and Jon why he feels it's important for players to have mentors and how he tries to fill that role himself.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-ben
Matt Ellis: Positivity, club ownership & kitchens!
Wakefield Trinity owner Matt Ellis is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Matt talks to us about owning the club and the work and investment he and his team are putting in to improve facilities as well as the playing side.Plus, Matt shares what it's like to work with other Super League club owners and gives his thoughts on potential NRL investment.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast.
Paul Deacon: Switching codes, re-learning the game & scrum-caps
Wigan Warriors assistant coach Paul Deacon is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon (and Sam Tomkins too!)Paul speaks about switching from rugby league to union and back again and what the biggest learning curves were with each transition.Plus, he tells us about his future coaching aspirations - could he be a Super League head coach one day?-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to
Brian Noble & Stuart Fielden: Bulls are back, swords and confrontations
Jenna is with Sam Tomkins and Bradford Bulls legends Brian Noble and Stuart Fielden on this week's episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon.They discuss the Bulls' return to Super League and share memories of their time at the club.Plus, Sam, Brian and Stuart tell stories about on-field confrontations and get involved with On & Off The Bench.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every e
Lost in Las Vegas - Day 5 - Rhinos vs Robins
Billy and Brian are pitch-side to give their immediate reaction after the Super League clash between the Leeds Rhinos and Hull KR at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode
Lost in Las Vegas - Day 4 - Club heroes and pizza problems!
Brian and Billy are in Las Vegas to give us another taste of the build-up to Leeds Rhinos vs Hull KR with the match now less than 24 hours away.They're joined by former Hull KR players Jared Waerea-Hargreaves and Shaun Kenny-Dowall, plus we hear why Brian's had a difficult day after an eating challenge...-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with
Lost in Las Vegas - Day 3 - The players take to the stage!
Brian and Billy are back on Fremont Street in Las Vegas to soak up the atmosphere as the teams are welcomed to the stage in front of thousands of excited fans.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of T
Lost in Las Vegas - Day 2 - CartZilla! Plus, V'Landys on NRL-Super League links
Brian and Billy are in the world's biggest shopping trolley on the Las Vegas strip for today's episode!We also hear from ARL Commission chairman Peter V'Landys who speaks about the Vegas event and potential NRL investment in Super League.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by s
Lost in Las Vegas - Day 1 - Back on Fremont Street!
Brian Carney and Sky Sports rugby league producer Billy Painter are on Fremont Street in Las Vegas as we begin the build-up to Saturday's triple-header of games at Allegiant Stadium.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".W
Karl Fitzpatrick: Improvement, connection & entertainment
Warrington Wolves CEO Karl Fitzpatrick joins Jenna and Sam Tomkins on this week's episode of The Bench.Karl tells us what he is hoping to see from Wire this season and describes some of the work the club is doing behind the scenes to build connection with their fans.-The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Ben
Clint Goodchild: York's Super League debut, outback living, and laughter & tears
York Knights owner Clint Goodchild is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.He discusses what it's been like to get the club into Super League for the first time and the financial implications of their promotion.Plus, Clint tells us about his upbringing in the Queensland outback and his business background.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/t
Jez & Davy Litten: Family ties, split loyalties & the Hull divide
It's a first for The Bench this week as we're joined by a pair of cousins! Hull KR's Jez Litten and Hull FC's Davy Litten join Jenna on our latest episode.They both talk about growing up together and supporting each other in their respective careers.Plus, with each of them playing for the two Hull clubs Jenna asks them about their hopes and ambitions for the coming season.
John Cartwright: Paternal instincts, increased expectation & dealing with injuries
Hull FC head coach John Cartwright is the guest on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon.John speaks to us about some big family news and how his paternal instincts find their way into his coaching.Plus, with the Black & Whites being tipped as dark horses to do well this season, John talks about the added pressure that brings and how he deals with injuries to some of his top playe
Jake Connor and Mikey Lewis on the same podcast! THAT clip discussed, Man of Steel awards compared and looking forward to Vegas.
Leeds Rhinos' Jake Connor and Mikey Lewis of Hull KR join Jenna on this episode of The Bench. But who is better?! The last two Man of Steel award winners look ahead to the new season, discuss what drives them on and chat about Vegas and the World Cup. Mikey also addresses THAT social media clip. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and
Darren Lockyer & Grant Wechsel | Building the Broncos & Super League ambition
Jenna is joined by the co-owners of the London Broncos - Darren Lockyer and Grant Wechsel - on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon.They chat about their aims and ambitions for the club, with a return to Super League very much the target.Plus, they explain how they're hoping to attract new fans, why famous faces can help, and Darren also speaks about his success with Queensland in St
Jackson Hastings | Back in Super League, honouring his mother & targeting silverware
Jackson Hastings joins Jenna on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon.The former Super League Man of Steel has signed with St Helens on a one-year deal after four seasons in the NRL with the Newcastle Knights and Wests Tigers.He talks to Jenna about his decision to return to play in the UK, his relationship with head coach Paul Rowley and his ambitions on the pitch next season.Plus, J
Jason Demetriou | A vision for the Broncos, PNG influence and South Sydney learnings
New London Broncos head coach Jason Demetriou joins Jenna on this episode of The Bench with Jenna and (not) Jon.Jason talks about his vision for the London Broncos, why a move to the UK was right for him and about some of the Papua New Guinea players he's persuaded to sign for the club.Plus, Jason talks about his time in the NRL when he was head coach of the South Sydney Rabbitohs.The Bench is a S
Grand Final Preview with Sam Tomkins | Hardened by heartache, would you rather and Taylor Swift, the halftime showgirl?
The Bench with Jenna (but no Jon!), looks ahead to the Super League Grand Final with former winner Sam Tomkins, who describes what it's like to play at Old Trafford, assesses the chances of both sides and also the chances of Taylor Swift playing the halftime show....one day, maybe!Follow Wigan v Hull KR in the Super League Grand Final across Sky Sports this Saturday. The build up starts from 5pm o
Tommy Leuluai | The art of the tackle, being yourself and Wigan WhatsApp groups!
Wigan Warriors Assistant and New Zealand World Cup winner, Tommy Leuluai, is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. He discusses Tommy the player versus the coach and working with Matt Peet and Sean O’Loughlin at Wigan. We also talk about the influence of his father, James, on his career and Tommy breaks down the art of the tackle! The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every ep
Tony Clubb | Coaching "experiences", Leigh improvement & kidneys...
Leigh Leopards' assistant coach Tony Clubb is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Tony talks about some of the coaching experiences that he's already experienced and about the improvement his Leigh side have shown this season.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by
Paul Lakin | Winning trophies, recruitment and Willie Peters' future
Hull KR's chief executive officer Paul Lakin is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Paul talks about KR's on-field success this season and whether winning the Challenge Cup has taken pressure off the club.He also discusses the difficulties of player recruitment for clubs and addresses rumours around the future of head coach Willie Peters.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to e
Ethan O'Neill | An international upbringing, try celebrations & Leigh success
Leigh Leopards second row Ethan O'Neill is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Ethan discusses his childhood which was spent in several different countries and how that has shaped him as a person and a player. He also speaks about the death of his 13-month old sister who was tragically killed at the family home.Plus, he talks about his love of try celebrations and his hopes for succe
Jamie Jones-Buchanan | The 100th episode! Leading the Rhinos & the state of the game
Jamie Jones-Buchanan is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Jamie talks about becoming Leeds Rhinos' new CEO at the end of the season, what the club means to him and his hopes for success on the field this season.Plus, in the second half of the podcast, Jamie, Jon and Jenna discuss the current state of the rugby league.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here:
Ian Blease | Brad Arthur stays! Negotiations and youth development
Leeds Rhinos director of rugby Ian Blease is back on The Bench with Jenna and Jon following the announcement that Brad Arthur is to remain the club's head coach.Ian tells us about the negotiations involved in keeping the Australian and shares his thoughts on youth player development, Super League expansion and Magic Weekend.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports
Micky Higham | Super League star opens up on cancer diagnosis, treatment & "humbling" support
Super League star Micky Higham is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.The former Leigh, Warrington, Wigan and St Helens player announced recently that he has been diagnosed with stage four widespread metastasized cancer having overcome stage three melanoma back in 2022.Micky talks about his diagnosis, his treatment and the support he has received from the rugby league community.If yo
James Roby | Mentality, having roads named after you & the greatest team
St Helens legend James Roby is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.James tells us about what his role at the club now involves having retired from playing a couple of seasons ago. He also discusses his mentality during his playing career, how he feels to have a road named after him and picks out the best team he ever played in.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episod
Nigel Wood | Super League's strategic review explained: Expansion, French involvement & NRL investment
The Chair of RL Commercial, Nigel Wood is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.In his first interview in the role, Nigel explains why he thinks he's the right man to lead a strategic review into the sport, what it's considering and what its aims are.He discusses whether Super League should expand to 14 teams, if he thinks French teams should be involved and gives his views on potentia
Will Pryce | Back from Australia, a famous dad and playing on with a broken foot
Hull FC's Will Pryce is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Will is back in the UK after a spell in Australia and talks about his experiences of the NRL. Plus, Will tells Jenna and Jon what it was like to grow up with Super League legend Leon Pryce as his father and how a broken foot led to the trickiest period of his career so far.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every e
Josh Charnley | Life at the Leopards, fighting back & his future in Super League
Leigh Leopards' wing Josh Charnley is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon! Josh discusses his future at the club and his desire to stay in Super League. He also talks about fighting his way back into the team, breaking records, and his passion for brick laying! The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to
Tawera Nikau | Kiwi legend tells his INCREDIBLE story of mullets, personal tragedy and on-field success
Rugby league legend Tawera Nikau is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.The former New Zealand international talks about his incredible personal journey from a small mining town to winning the NRL and playing in Super League.He also discusses some traumatic and devastating moments in his life - his wife taking her own life, and a motorcycle accident with led to him having his leg amp
Ian Blease | "I'm 6.523 out of 10 he's staying!" Brad Arthur's Leeds future discussed! Plus, leaving Salford and favourite sweets!
Leeds' Sporting Direct Ian Blease joins Jenna and Jon this week on 'The Bench'. Ian discusses life at the Rhinos - including Brad Arthur's future at the club. He also explains how difficult it was to leave Salford and why he finds it harder to watch the game than play it.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The
Danny McGuire | Pre-match routines, passion for the game and proving yourself
Castleford Tigers head coach Danny McGuire joins Jenna and Jon on this week's epsiode on The Bench. Danny talks us through his pre-match routine, discusses his passion for the game and opens up about life at Castleford. He also reflects on playing for Leeds and his time as an assistant at Hull KR. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-a
Danny Ward | "I've been called a lot worse!" Challenge Cup, life as an assistant and pianist fingers!
Hull KR Assistant Coach, Danny Ward, is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Danny discusses Hull KR's Challenge Cup victory, his own coaching ambitions, why the sport needs a strong London team and learning the piano in lockdown. (We would like to assure our listeners that Jenna definitely calls Danny a 'pianist'!)The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysp
Ken Davy | Why the Giants? Injury issues & stadium wishes
Huddersfield Giants owner Ken Davy is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Ken tells us about his business background and why he ended up getting involved in rugby league. Plus, he gives his thoughts on the "dark place" the current team find themselves in and discusses his hopes for the club to move to a new stadium in the future. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every epi
Paul Vaughan | 'Just close the door!', contracts & Challenge Cup focus
Warrington Wolves prop Paul Vaughan is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.He talks about Warrington's mixed form so far this season, their upcoming Challenge Cup final, and gives an update - of sorts - about his contract talks with the club.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your s
Mike Rush | Outside noise, Wellens' future and the St Helens 'bubble'
St Helens CEO Mike Rush is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.He discusses how he and the club are dealing with going through a difficult period on the pitch and chats about the pressure he and head coach Paul Wellens are facing.Plus, Mike tells us what his most difficult decision has been at the club and whether or not he's disappointed that Saints will not be playing in Las Vegas
Lisa Nandy | Secretary of State for Sport talks rugby league's community impact & its importance to the country
Lisa Nandy - the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport - is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Speaking during Mental Health Awareness Week, she talks about the importance of the sport's impact on communities, particularly in northern England, and about the work clubs and the Government are doing to help vulnerable people.If you or anyone you know has been affected by any
George Williams | Comeback targets, Keary's comments & Burgess' future
England and Warrington Wolves captain George Williams is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.George gives us an update on the ankle injury that's keeping him on the sidelines and when he hopes to be back on the field.They also discuss Luke Keary's recent comments about Super League and the future of Wire head coach Sam Burgess, who's been linked to the job at the Perth Bears.The Benc
Andy Ackers | Overthinking, Brad Arthur and french bulldogs!
Leeds Rhinos' hooker Andy Ackers is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Andy tells us when he hopes to be back from a hamstring injury, discusses his time at Salford and their current financial issues and explains how 'overthinking' has affected his career so far.Plus, listen out for his thoughts on the future of current Rhinos head coach Brad Arthur.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast
Mikey Lewis | Staying calm, NRL dreams & better than Bevan?
The current Super League Man of Steel - Mikey Lewis - is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Mikey speaks about how he's becoming more mature on the field, his dreams of one day playing in the NRL and tells us if he thinks he's a better player than Bevan French!The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to
Ryan Brierley | Salford's financial plight, a squad "ripped apart" and what the future holds
Salford Red Devils captain Ryan Brierley joins Jenna and Jon on this week's episode of The Bench.Amidst their ongoing financial issues Ryan talks honestly and openly about the effect it has had on the players and staff at the club.We approached both Salford Red Devils and the RFL for comment.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon
Elliot Minchella | Captaincy, Hull KR ambition and the impact of new signings
Hull KR captain Elliot Minchella is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Elliot talks about retaining the captaincy this season and his side's hopes of going one better at the Grand Final this time around.Plus, he discusses the impact of head coach Willie Peters and the club's new signings on the team's belief and ambition.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode her
Liam Hood | No fear, Grandad critiques and saying no to Barrie!
Wakefield Trinity hooker Liam Hood is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Liam tells us how Wakefield are approaching their return to Super League this season, the family influence on his career so far and how he once had to say no to former coach Barrie McDermott!The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: www.skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can li
Eamonn McManus | St Helens chairman issues warning over future of the game
St Helens chairman Eamonn McManus is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Eamonn explains his recent criticism of the RFL and explains why he is concerned about the future of the game unless things change. We approached the RFL for a response to Eamonn's comments but they declined to comment.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-
Richie Myler | Fixing environments, scrutiny & back to winning ways
Hull FC chief executive officer Richie Myler is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Richie speaks about trying to turn around the fortunes of the Super League club and how he is working with head coach John Cartwright to get the team back to winning ways.Plus, Richie tells Jenna and Jon how he deals with scrutiny and public attention, about his 'confrontation' with Warrington head co
Jodie Cunningham & Stuart Barrow | England Women special
Jenna and Jon are joined by the England Women captain Jodie Cunningham and the head coach Stuart Barrow on this week's episode of The Bench.They discuss their heavy defeat to Australia in Las Vegas and some of the criticism and abuse that has come their way since the game.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to Th
Lachie Miller & Oliver Russell | Expectations and fresh starts
Jenna and Jon are joined by TWO Super League players on this week's episode as they welcome Leeds Rhinos' Lachie Miller and Wakefield Trinity's Oliver Russell into the studio.They discuss the different expectations facing both teams as the new season gets started and how their preparations have gone for the campaign.Lachie tells us about the impact head coach Brad Arthur has had on the Rhinos, whi
Lost in Las Vegas - Day 5 - Warriors vs Wolves
Brian Carney and Stephen Owen are pitchside at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas moments after the match between the Wigan Warriors and Warrington Wolves had finished.They give a quick review of the game itself and pick out their highlights from what has been an amazing week in the USA.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou c
Lost in Las Vegas - Day 4 - Gameday approaches!
Brian Carney and Stephen Owen are overlooking the Bellagio fountains as they sum up what's been going on in Las Vegas the day before the action kicks off at the Allegiant Stadium.Wigan Warriors and Warrington Wolves will headline in Vegas on Saturday night. Watch it live on Sky Sports. The build up starts from 8.30pm. Brian and Steve will bring you a podcast every day as we continue to preview th
Lost in Las Vegas - Day 3 - Fremont Street!
Brian Carney and Stephen Owen are back with more build up to the weekend's Super League, NRL and international rugby league action in Las Vegas.Today they're at the huge event on Fremont Street in the city where the teams have been introduced to thousands of fans!Wigan Warriors and Warrington Wolves will headline in Vegas on Saturday night. Watch it live on Sky Sports. The build up starts from 8.3
Lost in Las Vegas - Day 2 - Elvis & Mentalists!
The build up continues to Super League's very first match in Las Vegas, and Sky Sports' Brian Carney and producer Stephen Owen are back to tell us how things have been going in 'the entertainment capital of the world'. They tell us about some of the media work the players have been taking part in, including a meeting with a famous mentalist! Plus, Brian and Stephen explain how Super League fans ha
Lost in Las Vegas - Day 1 - The Strip!
As we build up to Super League's very first match in Las Vegas, we join Sky Sports' Brian Carney and producer Steve Owen as they try to navigate their way along the famous Strip. They share their first impressions of Sin City, which for this week could be renamed Sin Bin City, as they've met so many rugby league fans along the way! Wigan Warriors and Warrington Wolves will headline in Vegas on Sat
Karl Fitzpatrick | The biggest game, Sam Burgess & 'high-stress states'
Warrington Wolves chief executive Karl Fitzpatrick is this week's guest on The Bench.Karl joins Jenna and Jon in the 'Las Wigan chapel' to chat about Warrington's upcoming trip to Las Vegas to play Wigan.He also discusses why things didn't work out at the club for Daryl Powell, the effect Sam Burgess has had since he has been in charge and how he copes with the stress of leading the club on a day
Kris Radlinski | Succession planning, Vegas and salary caps
Jenna and Jon are joined this week by Wigan Warriors CEO Kris Radlinski.He chats about how he's working to keep Wigan at the top of world rugby league, about his side's trip to Las Vegas and gives his thoughts on the Super League's salary cap.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker
Brad Arthur | Leeds Rhinos boss looks ahead to the new season!
The Bench is back! Jenna and Jon are joined by Leeds coach, Brad Arthur, to look ahead to the 2025 season. Arthur discusses the differences between the game over here and the NRL. Plus, maybe, he drops some hints about how long he plans to spend in the UK. You can follow the 2025 Super League season across Sky Sports, and join Jenna and Jon on 'The Bench' every Monday during the season. If you d
