Jason Robinson on Regrets, Religion & Racism - Good Bad Rugby Podcast #14

[@purenrg4life]

Once again I feel the need to acknowledge just how good Alex is at hosting this show... JR = amazing guest and Alex (and Tinds) just give him the space and safe space to talk and open up. Alex's depth in knowledge and obvious keen interest in rugby and sport is palpable.. love the show guys and this was one of my favorite episodes (... and I'm a huge fan of Hask too so that is saying something!! haha)

[@GoodBadRugby]

That is saying something! Thanks for watching 😂

[@pixelpotato4874]

We love JR down here in New Zealand,he should do a spoken word tour, everybody inside and outside the League and Union communities would sit and listen to this guys life story!Humble bloke!

[@SirBobMarley1]

I would agree because just like one of New Zealands greatest rugby league player in recent times Benji Marshell of Jason Robinson Benji Marshall speakers tour for Benji similar up bringing to win Australian Apprentice to give away for kids to rinse close to $500.000 Au they the public would support to encourage and to bring Jason app to any country to support kids into physical activities at school.

[@davidc3839]

He is a fantastic man as a player and a human. He rose to the top of both rugby league and union. For me, he is the most exciting player I have ever seen. However, having played on the wing in my youth I am probably biased. A compliment from New Zealand is great because you are the best rugby nation in the world

[@7FlyingPenguin]

As a teacher myself, it is great to hear Jason talking so passionately about getting children active. Good on him and hope he gets the support he needs.

[@seamas1978]

Great interview. I didn't know much about Jason's background before switching to union. Loved hearing about how he found his faith through other players. He's a player with international respect. Shame on the RFU

[@davidc3839]

He said that faith saved him from becoming lost to alcohol. He was the most exciting player I have ever seen.

[@cameronross6998]

Love Jason Robinson, he was my hero growing up especially when he scored that wonder of a try in the 2003 World Cup 👊🏼

[@dominicredfern5090]

Best episode ever. “Legend” is overused. Not in the case of JR. Electrifying player, in league and union, he received the ball and the whole stadium, Wembley or Twickenham, held its breath. And now eloquent, smart, authentic, decent man. And yes, a proper rugby legend.

[@monkeydust77]

One of the most powerful and dynamic rugby players. One of the most powerful and inspirational guests!!

[@davidc3839]

Jason Robinson is a fantastic man. He fought to overcome racism and poverty to rise to the top of both rugby league and union. I think he is the most exciting player I have ever seen.

[@jamesgreen9611]

A wonderful, G-d fearing man, what a journey, 2 codes, re -think of life, so when he scored, that try, he punched the ball into the stands, the raw emotion he let out is one of my special spiritual, passionate, emotional moments in sport, what an ambassador for triumph over adversity in life - A truly humble, lovely human and he will be such a role model to his handsome little boy.

[@ingeniumdevelopment6580]

One of the most amazing and moving interviews I've ever listened to

[@kwabenamalgas562]

Was it me or was this an extremely emotional episode. What an amazing human being. Grew up admiring and watching Jason, all the way from South Africa, I could relate to so much of what he said. Always loved you as a player, so happy that the man on field matches the man of it (you are probably more phenomenal off the pitch). Thank you for this episode!!!

[@DP-cd5wr]

What a genuine and inspirational bloke. Great interview!

[@SirBobMarley1]

Action speaks louder than words Change has to happen at the top of the food chain. You got to walk before you talk Carry the load of your brother or sister. Support at the bottom not the top. Building growth for change. Its take the weight off your shoulders meeting your biological parents Healings hurts scars & worms. Great insight of the struggles challenges of Jason Robinson & making a change in kids from his experiences & knowledge of growing up.

[@bobbyfourie9534]

What a fascinating guest JR was. A remarkable human being. Inspirational. THIS is the kind of interviews fans actually want to hear gents!!!

[@matteodonati1974]

What an outstanding rugby player, and yet also a humble man. Hope his project is greatly successful, he’s a brilliant ambassador not just for rugby, but for sport in general. What an inspiration for youngsters, and what a genuine willingness to help kids improve their lives. God bless you Jason Robinson.

[@geoffcole7178]

What a brilliant interview. Been fortunate enough to meet Jason twice over the years, such a lovely genuine bloke. An inspiration to many and so passionate about using his own life experiences to better the lives of other, especially kids. Thanks guys for the podcast - excellent as always and special thanks to Jason for the joy he's given us rugby fans over the years and his ongoing efforts as an ambassador of our sport.

[@bblokeaussie3236]

Billywizz, broke this Aussie heart...but what a great man. #respect

[@getrealdave9975]

Great show. As a spectator one always imagines, naively, that these superstars we see playing the sport that we love are unbeatable, constant and unwavering. It's so welcome and encouraging that we now speak and see the truth. It's also fascinating to watch this after the recent Ellis Genge show. Perhaps rugby has come long way in 20 years.

[@deanelsworth817]

Incredible 90 minutes that just flew by.

[@rugbygareth1612]

This is one of the most deep and meaningful interviews I have ever heard! Thanks to all involved!

[@billyboy4729]

What an incredible man. Always thought him a great player in both codes, but after listening to this interview my appreciation of him as a person has risen to the stratosphere. Such a sound a sensible human being.

[@benbingham6679]

Inspirational! Thank you Jason. I love to watch Rugby but there are two players who were always a joy to watch - Jonah Lomu and Jason Robinson! The most exciting players I have ever seen! Great to hear your story.

[@robertfoster1730]

What an inspiration Jason Robinson is. A truly once in a generation at least player and such an epic success story. Truly unreal to watch. One of the greatest of all time. What. A. Story. Such a privilege to learn of his journey.

[@edwap038]

What an amazing bloke - so real and down to earth. It’s humbling. Thank you for letting him share so much without interruption. Everyone can learn from him! Great interview.

[@ianjackson2256]

The best rugby interview I have seen. What a story and what a guy JR is

[@wheelocksportscoaching8400]

This has been a great show today, very enlightening and an incredible person. thanks for inviting him.

[@kenmason9354]

A brilliant honest man, amazing role model. Well done for the show , for bringing such depth behind the scenes of the rugby. This is what rugby needs more depth on positives behind are brilliant game. 🏉👍

[@daharkkjw]

Very enlightening and an incredible guest, and person! One of my heroes :-) What a guy!!!

[@mhlanga292]

Thanks, I'm a Zimbo I love rugby but I've been through a lot. My sons love rugby and I want them to listen to role models like you.

[@jwaller2557]

Thanks!! Just an amazing episode. Watching Jason just brought back great memories of supporting England in his era. Such an exciting player

[@nicknj80]

One of the best in both codes.

[@cre8scapeYT]

Could go on for ages about this excellent podcast channel and the legend that is and was Jason Robinson. My favorite billy whizz moment when he left Latham grasping full length on the turf for the 2001 lions at the end of a sweeping team movement. And watching the Middlesex sevens in person in 96 when 'that' wigan team won. And for the rest of his comments...couldn't agree more. No false modesty and yet not up himself.

[@diegoo.5216]

Jason Robinson was my role model and got me to fall in love with rugby. What an absolute legend. Class. Pure class. And carrying it forward to give to the community. Brilliant.

[@DrAAAli]

I love JR, what a top man, keep going Jason, the whole country is with you.

[@bennygilligan]

Wow, that's all I can say what a man and what a legend hands down one of the best podcasts I have ever heard. Thanks guys, thanks Jason

[@GoodBadRugby]

thanks for watching Benny 🙌

[@bennygilligan]

@@GoodBadRugby absolutely love it 👍👍

[@angeladennison412]

Wow as a mixed-race woman and 63 listening to him growing up brings back some memories I’m so pleased he found his voice Through rugby he will be so good for many many young people as to what they can do for themselves and people they love I have two boys one of them a natural rugby player The difference was my son didn’t have the hunger to do something for himself that others wouldn’t do for him it was a privilege to listen to this man the woman that gave birth to him must’ve been strong woman to produce such an amazing man well done to both of you. xxx

[@richlockett3917]

Billy Wizz, very inspirational, using the difficult upbringing into a total drive to be the best in each team, a very strong character to achieve that mental drive, when so many others would succumb to the negativity.

[@holdthephoneblocker]

The work day down here in Australia just got that much better. The guest I've been hoping you'd get onto the show. Keep up the great work fellas 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@PS3bioboosterguyver]

Respect. Such honesty. Such a great player. Makes every all time 15. Great show lads.

[@chasey2327]

Jason you are a true inspiration - such a gifted speaker and player, the best role model to youngsters that i can think of - and not just because of what you achieved on the rugby field

[@darthmong7196]

My hero as a player. And his story resonates with my own life so much. And I embarrassed myself horribly in front of him in 2005 at Toddington services.

[@bubatonday321]

Jason is a G inspired a whole rugby generation. Great man on and off the pitch.

[@MichaeldeSousaCruz]

And this is why one must love EVERY CODE OF RUGBY!!!! Amazing pod!! Absolutely AMAZING!!! Thank you for this one!

[@nicksmith833]

One of the most exciting rugby players of all time. Could beat people stood still, and make you laugh out loud. Huge list of honours. Laughably talented. Must. Be in any all time England XV. Must. Be in any all time Great Britain XIII. Who else can say that? And a lovely, warm guy as well. Oh. Yeah.

[@chrismouton1985]

Great show, lads. I always admired Jason Robinson as a player. I now admire him even more as a person. Never knew that about his past and upbringing. God bless him.

[@charleschurch4901]

It is just so amazing how Jason Robinson's early life shaped him and moulded him into this special human being he is today.

[@marcdaniels9079]

There have been some amazing guests on GBR and JR is the most honest articulate and admirable. Brilliant!

[@colinhurrell7669]

A brilliant story by Jason, Robinson very motivating and inspiring a must view for every young person. Colin Hurrell.

[@RichCarrel]

Had me in tears several times! What a beautiful human being! Was a fan of JR for years, even bigger one now! What a human being!

[@garypearce34]

A genuinely fantastic interview, Alex and Mike set it up and let Jason ho with the stories. An excellently balanced, heart warming and inspirational episode. I love the way you guys as a team can cover many different stories in many different ways, you have an excellent team. As a side note Mike's facial expressions and body language during this interview added so much to the wider narrative. Thank you for the consistently varied and excellent content 👍🏻

[@stevefoster1104]

Wow. What a podcast.... such an inspirational man. Well done Jason youve managed to fill me with such emotion and inspiration. Another amazing podcast , i say each week ita the best so far and once again im saying it again. Well done gents

[@leecollins3592]

I well remember Jason playing for Hunslet parkside juniors v Dudley hill we came away that day knowing we had seen something special I think they won that day by the odd point or so I can't remember the score to be honest but the thing that really caught the eye about him was his footwork it was in my humble opinion the thing that gave him his incredible off the mark speed learned so much more about him from this interview here thank you for sharing this Jason you won't know or remember me m8 after this I'm more a fan now than ever god bless you m8

[@wobblertv8083]

It was great that Jason Robinson was was absolutely brilliant in both codes .What struck me was how well he presented the ball when tackled in union .Never got turned in contact, always made the ball available.Which was not natural for a league player.

[@jonnybaynham1689]

The 07 World cup, when England were pasted by SA in the pool games, he was the only player who kept fighting and battled the Boks until he injured himself. I thought when he went off that England literally had no hope. Him and Wilkinson were real leaders in that team during one of the worst eras for England and brought England from the brink to a hard fought final

[@julianrdt]

Brilliant and inspirational ninety minutes.

[@PAHAMILTON49]

PAH Refreshing to have spent 90 minutes watching the best rugby show of the week, - without an excess amount of foul language. This is not really complaining about Mr Haskell, as I consider him to be a ideal person to be with both Mr Payne and Mr Tindall, but, could he perhaps be more economical with his choice of language? As an ex player, I do appreciate that the rugby fraternity do swear quite a lot, (and so it should continue), but there are times and places. Thank you all for getting these first rate guests, producing Good Bad and the Rugby, and just for being you.

[@markpreston6345]

What a hero. Loved watching him at Wigan as a start..the GF Final Try in 98 will long live in my memory having sat behind it. The guy is an inspiration 👍👍👍

[@jasonarday4014]

I think I have been converted… bravo Mr Payne :) Smooth as silk. One of the best podcasts out there!

[@recruitmentwebsites]

Such a great guy and legend of the game.

[@joeharrington1177]

That was fantastic! One of the best episodes so far

[@coworkhub2078]

The RFU have missed a trick on engagement. They should at least do more to use Jason as an Ambassador and change the status quo. We all know the game is competing with more better engaged sport and we need to keep our sport alive. We will lose other talents to other sport.

[@jjjdog491]

@@powerbite92 I am not going to comment on your sentiment towards J. Robinson but could I ask you to answer two questions: 1: What do you think JR should do to become less of a loner? (maybe in the short/medium/long term). 2: How might you suggest he overcomes his tendencies that may not be collegiate for the RFU brigade? Thanks

[@brianogwell5061]

Our PE sessions in Nairobi School Kenya were the best times I've had in rugby. Full contact in uniform after double maths on friday is just priceless

[@MegaDelboy1985]

This is the first podcast that gave me goosebumps. What a man and what a role model.

[@davidprice7662]

JR my rugby hero! what a sidestep and pace

[@georgewhite4305]

I was worried he going to sidestep all the questions

[@obioneconobi5845]

this my frustration with Watson he seems like he's got all the talent in the world he's rapid his footwork is second to none, but never seems to fully back himself, neEds jason's mentality. legend MATE

[@molokocycling]

What an absolute hero!

[@cullyx2913]

My favourite ever northern hemisphere player,amazing on and off the field...........eve of the RWC,bloody hell,disgusting press..................my favourite episode guys.......

[@tomneal998]

I can relate to huge amount of Jason's past. almost line per line the same experience. especially the school scenario. Sport was my way of feeling worth in a lot of ways, plus it provided me the focus and family that I didn't really have. I'd love to get involved with Jason's initiative in some way..

[@jameswilson6729]

What an inspirational man and role model

[@domblanc224]

Sensational show. Well done team.

[@gerrycunningham7400]

What an amazing interview. I just checked in Google as who is the first black captain and it comes up with Siya Kolisi. Shame on Google and the RFU.

[@johnoldfield4181]

Clive Sullivan captained the GB rugby league team in the 1972 world cup (which they won). The first black captain for any GB team in any sport

[@leevww]

Jason Robinson is a decent human being. not without faults, but his heart is in the right place

[@Funintherain13]

Not without faults? Explain

[@Manjitsingh-pn8yu]

What a wonderful human being god bless you Jason 🇬🇧

[@swabs7004]

Who ever writes the screen play for the Jason Robinson story, from his humble beginnings and challenges he faced in his life to professional rugby player and world cup winner what a story what a film that would be.

[@simongilliat2205]

Amazing man; great, great player in League and Union. Fascinating conversation.

[@willb4552]

Absolute legend in both codes. A true great.

[@leedennehy5077]

What a legend great podcast as always chaps 👏

[@charliemepham4989]

One of the true rugby greats aka The Pocket Rocket. Fantastic episode. Well done!

[@rjworldsportsnews]

Crazy that he had literally achieved everything he could possibly achieve (was never gonna win RL World Cup final against Aussies in league) by the age of 23 / 24 then became a World Cup winner in Union.

[@James-ih4gz]

was a fan of his as a child. amazing seeing him play at the 03 world cup

[@tsangpogorge]

Really appreciate the host encouraging JR to speak about his time at Wigan.

[@KmT81]

A Great Winger ,an electric battery Jason is. First time I saw him ,was in the '99 5 Nations playing for Wales against Scotland and gosh!he was amazing,how fast he was. He's a Legend.. R.I.P to two of them King :Lomu,Van Der Westuizen Dominici . England had its Golden Era (2000-2003)

[@danielnorrie9978]

Absolutely cracking episode

[@martynjago9030]

Absolute brilliant player one of the best in league and union, brilliant podcast .

[@leewilliams3135]

What a humble man .totally inspiring

[@simonfreegard3781]

Awesome player and great Ambassador. RFU listen and take action.

[@peterlloyd7997]

A cracking episode! Probably the best in my view!

[@vinylrulesok8470]

The best sidestep since Gareth Edwards, could beat anyone one on one. Never seen his like since. What England wouldn’t do for another Billy Wizz

[@Kkpb-fh5vt]

Exactly what I was going to say!,

[@RO8s]

Wow! Both the RFU and The Sun saw this interview because the RFU and The Sun apologised just two days after this interview went out! So until this interview, no one had noticed. Well done The Good. The Bad & The Rugby...

[@brianlalor]

The impact Inga had is out of this world. They will play together again.

[@RobTaylor1985]

What an absolute legend!

[@paulbolton1881]

Great listen, learnt a lot! P.s Tinds loves an Amazon delivery.

[@paulbarber6831]

Best one so far, let's hope the RFU take notice.

[@adamwales20]

Haskell and Robinson would be the longest pod ever. Mike trying to stay awake 😂

[@realMaverickBuckley]

It sounds nieve but I never, ever thought about Jason's race. Or race in general really. Only seems to be the last few years that it's flared up again, and there are certainly people there to make money fanning the flames. He was / is just one of our sporting Legends. One of my heroes , was one of my Dad's heroes too.

[@jimbarry2548]

This was outstanding. Each pod is of such a high standard but billy whiz was, and I'm saying it again, the best so far, terrible treatment by England and by Sale but he is showing what a quality human being he is .

[@RadioActiveBreakfast]

Jason Robinson... Absolute hero... But audio team... Can we stick a noise gate on Tinds please?! 😂

[@gmd654]

It was him picking his nose which amused me

[@mjt.3565]

JR - an absolute legend of the game.!!! Top man.!!

[@ernestpotgieter8526]

Great story, appreciate the footage