Rugby Union Weekly
Rugby Union Weekly is a BBC Radio 5 Live show presented by Ugo Monye, Chris Jones and Danny Care, covering rugby union news, interviews and tournament analysis. It has 346 episodes, released roughly every two to three days, with a median length near 58 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 8,000 per episode, implying a sponsorship rate of about $90 to $200 per episode.
BBC-backed rugby union weekly with a loyal, engaged UK audience
- 346 episodes give a long, established track record with consistent scheduling.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.6 from 196 ratings signals strong listener approval.
- Episodes run around an hour, leaving room for a host-read mid-roll.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, news roundup
- Tone
- conversational, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 55 to 70 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Explicit flag is 0 and the recent episode titles cover sport and food with no flagged content.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p04q5p2n |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1197440162 |
| RSS feed | podcasts.files.bbci.co.uk/p04q5p2n.rss |
Benchmark score: 47 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Champions Cup Is Back: Conan, Big Will Skelton & More | 2026-10-15 | 1 h 7 min |
| Can a steak be too buttery? | 2026-10-12 | 58 min |
| Peter O'Mahony: How Schmidt changed me, World Cup pain & the cost of s | 2026-10-08 | 53 min |
| Venter’s Vintage | 2026-10-05 | 1 h 1 min |
| Lions Women's special: Yapp & Hansen on innovation & making history | 2026-09-30 | 27 min |
| The Prem returns: Away wins, tries & the Welsh invasion | 2026-09-28 | 58 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 2 days.
Rugby Union Weekly is presented by Ugo Monye, Chris Jones and Danny Care. Between the bickering and tangents they'll bring you special guests and cover the biggest stories in the game. Get in touch with the pod via 5 Live Sport on social media or email rugbyunionweekly@bbc.co.uk , and remember to leave us your ratings and reviews!
About Rugby Union Weekly
Rugby Union Weekly is a BBC Radio 5 Live show presented by Ugo Monye, Chris Jones and Danny Care, according to the show description in its RSS feed. It covers rugby union news, special guest interviews and analysis of the biggest stories in the game, with the hosts mixing debate and tangents. The show has 346 episodes and releases roughly every two to three days, with a median episode length of about 58 minutes.
The show holds a 4.6 average rating from 196 Apple Podcasts ratings, a figure drawn from Apple Podcasts. Based on these signals, the audience is estimated at 5,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, an estimate rather than a publisher figure. The listener base is likely UK-centred and skews toward men aged 35 and over, which is also an estimate.
The feed shows no sponsors or funding links. The estimated rate is about $90 to $200 per host-read mid-roll. Rugby equipment makers, food and drink brands and travel companies seeking a sports-minded audience are likely fits.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Rugby Union Weekly can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Rugby Union Weekly
How much does Rugby Union Weekly charge for a podcast sponsorship?
The estimated rate is about $90 to $200 per host-read mid-roll episode, based on an estimated 5,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing depends on the show's terms and the agreed placement.
What is Rugby Union Weekly about?
Rugby Union Weekly is a BBC Radio 5 Live podcast presented by Ugo Monye, Chris Jones and Danny Care. It covers rugby union news, special guest interviews and analysis of the biggest stories in the game.
How do I contact Rugby Union Weekly about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.