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Wales’ first podcast dedicated to women’s rugby! 94 caps between them and experience of all levels of the game in Wales. Now they are coming together, with a whole heap of guests, to #BackTheGirls! Talking all things women's rugby with Philippa Tuttiett, Gemma Hallett and Lowri Harries. Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod

Gemma Hallett and Lowri Harries


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    Season 4 Episode 5 - Six Nations Catch-Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 69:34


    In this episode, Rhiana is joined by fellow rugby podcaster, Hattie. They discuss the past two rounds of the Women's Six Nations, look ahead to Wales vs Ireland, and recap the U18 Women's Six Nations Festival. We also hear from Bethan Howell, captain of Seven Sisters, and Joe Harwood, Coach of Senghenydd Sirens, to talk about their recent wins in the WRU Women's National Finals.#BackTheGirlsGet in touch:@BackTheGirlsPodbackthegirls.pod@hotmail.com

    Season 4 Episode 4 - It's Six Nations Time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 79:37


    In this episode, Rhiana is joined by fellow rugby podcaster, Sianz. They discuss Sean Lynn's appointment as head coach, the Celtic Challenge, and the first round of the Women's Six Nations.#BackTheGirls

    Season 4 Episode 3 - What's Next for the WRU? (part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 47:03


    In this episode Rhiana is joined by former Welsh international and captain Mellissa Berry. In the second of two parts they discuss the head coach role, a culture of sexism, and what needs to change.

    Season 4 Episode 2 - What's Next for the WRU? (part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 53:09


    In this episode Rhiana is joined by former Welsh international and captain Mellissa Berry. In this first of two parts they discuss the recent scandal in the WRU, mistreatment of players, and what needs to happen moving forward.

    Season 4 Episode 1 - Back The Girls is back!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 65:08


    Back The Girls is back - and with a new host! Gemma and Rhiana discuss the past year of Welsh women's rugby, what's next for the podcast, and answer questions from the listeners.

    Episode 28: Celtic Challenge Check-in

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 63:03


    Caryl Thomas and Gem Hallett are joined by England Legend Rocky Clark MBE and Wales's Natalia John, for a deep dive on the Celtic challenge, the vibe around Welsh rugby and thoughts on the B&I Lions announcement. Be part of the conversation and join us at #BackTheGirls

    Episode 27. WXV1 Wales v Australia

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 61:03


    Join us for the final game of the inaugural WXV competition where Wales have faced higher ranked Canada, New Zealand and Australia. 'Best of the rest' Wales, have an opportunity to take a scalp, with all teams in the WXV1 group ranked higher than them. To be the best you've got to play the best! Caryl Thomas and Gemma Hallett break down the Welsh performance, with an immediately look back at the Australia game, heart rates are still! Was this the most dysfunctional episode? Yes, probably, but it was raw and real. As always we take a look around the clubs, hear from Llantwit Fardre RFC on their new girls youth rugby, and some other news from Wales Rugby League and The Celtic Challenge. Join us to #BackTheGirls and let's get behind all in Welsh rugby!

    Episode 26. WXV1 Wales v New Zealand

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 58:54


    Join us for the inaugural WXV competition where Wales face Canada, New Zealand and Australia. 'Best of the rest' Wales, have an opportunity to take a scalp, with all teams in the WXV1 group ranked higher than them. To be the best you've got to play the best! Join us as we break down the Welsh performance, look ahead to the crucial Australia clash, and check out the Incredible expedition our former team mate is embarking on to show young girls everywhere that there are no limits! Follow @antarctic_fire https://antarcticfireangels.co.uk/ to donate and follow their journey

    Episode 25. WXV1 Wales v Canada

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2023 51:41


    A new co-host joins the #BackTheGirls line-up; we get excited for the inaugural WXV competition where Wales face Canada, New Zealand and Australia. 'Best of the rest' Wales, have an opportunity to take a scalp, with all teams in the WXV1 group ranked higher than them. To be the best you've got to play the best! Join us as we break down the Welsh performance, get some insights into the squad and team environment, and bring our focus back to the club game in Wales too.

    Episode 24: World Cup over, but what's next?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2022 45:46


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! We're back, and it's World Cup time! Gemma Hallett, Lowri Harries and Rachel Taylor dissect Wales' loss to New Zealand in the quarter finals of the world cup, and look ahead to the future of women's rugby in Wales. We also have a very special surprise guest. We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode! Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 23: We're in the Quarter Finals!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 44:42


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! We're back, and it's World Cup time! Gemma Hallett, Lowri Harries review Wales' loss to Australia in the final game of the pool stages, and preview a first ever quarter final clash for Wales, against hosts New Zealand. We also discuss what's happening around Wales. We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode! Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 21 - Wales' lose to NZ, all eyes on the Aussies!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 54:42


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! We're back, and it's World Cup time! Gemma Hallett, Lowri Harries and Rachel Taylor review Wales' round 2 loss to New Zealand, and preview the crucial clash with Australia, where a bonus point win will secure a first ever quarter final place. We also discuss what's happening around Wales, and Lowri shares some memories of WC2014... not to be missed! We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode! Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 20 - We're back, and it's World Cup time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2022 68:03


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! We're back, and it's World Cup time! Gemma Hallett, Lowri Harries and Rachel Taylor review Wales' win and performance in their World Cup opener against Scotland - their first opening win in a World Cup since 1994! We also discuss what's happening around Wales, and look ahead to Wales' huge clash with New Zealand in round 2! We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode! Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 19 - Six Nations over, but it's just the beginning for Wales!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2022 60:42


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby!   This week, Gemma Hallett and Lowri Harries are joined by Rachel Taylor, and Sioned Harries. We review Wales' final performance in the Six Nations against Italy, and reflect on the 3rd place finish - the best since 2009! Find out our pick for the team of the tournament, and we also hear all about Sioned Harries' Six Nations experience, and what's to come for the team. We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode! Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation.  Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod  And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 18- All eyes on Super Saturday!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 71:50


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby!  This week, Gemma Hallett and Lowri Harries are joined by Caryl James. We review Wales' performance and loss against France, and give our predictions on Wales' final Six Nations match against Italy at Cardiff Arms Park. Can Wales finish 3rd? We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode, and don't forget to enter the Rygby 7/11 competition! Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation.  Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod  And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 17 - Next up.. France and Friday Night Lights!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 87:24


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby!  In this jam-packed episode, Gemma Hallett and Lowri Harries honestly answer your questions, and there is a lot of them! We discuss the community game, U18 Six Nations, and lack of pathways. We also reflect on Wales' performance and loss against England, and discuss the upcoming Six Nations game against France. We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode, and don't forget to enter the Rygby 7/11 competition! Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation.  Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod  And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 2.4 - 2 from 2, but England next!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 84:47


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! In this episode Gemma Hallett and Lowri Harries is joined by Jennifer Davies (Treacle) as we reflect on Wales' incredible win over the weekend against Scotland, and discuss the upcoming third Six Nations game against England. Can Wales get another victory? We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 2.3 - Ireland done. Next Up... Scotland!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 56:51


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! In this episode Gemma Hallett and Lowri Harries is joined by former Wales captain, Rachel Taylor, as we reflect on Wales' incredible win over the weekend against Ireland, and discuss the upcoming second Six Nations game against Scotland. Can Wales get another victory? We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 2.2 - It's Six Nations Week: Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 70:55


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! In this episode Gemma Hallett is joined by former Wales captain, Rachel Taylor, and guest Georgia Evans, as we preview and build up to the upcoming Six Nations weekend.  We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Epsode 2.1: We're Back! The stabilisers are off

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 43:42


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! Welcome to Season 2 of Back The Girls Podcast. Can you believe it?! In this episode we review what has been going on in the world of women's rugby in Wales. We chat about the return of the U18s pathways, the historic contracts, have a look back at Wales v USA, and a look ahead to the Six Nations. We have also sadly had to say goodbye to one of our hosts... but who? We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 12: The Final Whistle

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2021 62:15


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! In the final episode of season 1, Gemma Hallett, Philippa Tuttiett, and Lowri Harries chat all things women's rugby in Wales. In this episode, we look back at the Autumn Nations, and joining us on the podcast is Wales player Caryl Thomas with all the insider gossip. We also hear from you, our wonderful listeners! We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls See you in 2022!

    Episode 11: Canada.. Can we do it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 54:50


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! Gemma Hallett, Philippa Tuttiett, and Lowri Harries chat all things women's rugby in Wales. In this episode, we look back at Wales' win against South Africa - two in a row - and look ahead to the next game against Canada. We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 10: Next Up... South Africa!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 64:22


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! Gemma Hallett, Philippa Tuttiett, and Lowri Harries chat all things women's rugby in Wales. In this episode, we look back at Wales' first win in 32 months, and look ahead to the next game against South Africa. We also discuss some frustrating news from the Irish camp, and of course - a pub quiz! We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 9: Wales v Japan Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2021 76:27


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! Gemma Hallett, Philippa Tuttiett, and Lowri Harries chat all things women's rugby in Wales. In this episode, Lowri and Gemma discuss the latest breaking news in welsh rugby, and Wales Captain Siwan Lillicrap, and Japan Assistant Coach and former Scotland scrum half, Louise Dalgliesh join us ahead of their opening game. We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 8: Tenby - New York - Your Hub

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2021 56:05


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! Gemma Hallett, Philippa Tuttiett, and Lowri Harries chat all things women's rugby in Wales. In this episode, we discuss all of the news in the world of women's rugby over the past 2 weeks, from latest Wales coaching news, the latest results, and another painful quiz. We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 7: From the Bull's Horn

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2021 56:00


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! Gemma Hallett, Philippa Tuttiett, and Lowri Harries chat all things women's rugby in Wales. In this episode we discuss all of the news in the world of women's rugby over the past 2 weeks, from the newly announced team for the upcoming autumn internationals, the amazing Sarah Cox becoming the first woman to referee a men's Premiership game, and we discovered some unusual drinking habits of the West-Walians. You don't want to miss it! We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 6: The Positivity Pod

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2021 57:18


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! Gemma Hallett, Philippa Tuttiett, and Lowri Harries chat all things women's rugby in Wales. This week's episode is full of good news! In this episode we discuss all of your question's that you've been sending in, find out who our favourite Welsh player of all time is, we chat about the most talked about player in the world at the moment, and we have some exciting elite pathway news in Wales! We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 5: That letter, that petition, that tweet - We have it covered!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2021 68:28


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! Gemma Hallett, Philippa Tuttiett, and Lowri Harries chat all things women's rugby in Wales. In this episode we discuss THAT letter.. and chat to Laura Davies, second row for Whitchurch RFC, and hear all about that tweet that went viral! We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 4: The legend… Tails!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 45:51


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! Gemma Hallett, Philippa Tuttiett, and Lowri Harries chat all things women's rugby in Wales. This week, Gemma and Lowri caught up with former Welsh internationals Rachel Taylor and Jess Kavanagh. We hear all about their playing careers, coaching, and their new business venture. Don't mind the tech issues

    Episode 3: Can Rugby League and Union co-exist? Oh and hello Shrek!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2021 50:58


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! Gemma Hallett, Philippa Tuttiett, and Lowri Harries chat all things women's rugby in Wales. Giving us insight this week, is rugby league international and Super League South winner, Lowri Norkett. Fresh from her Super League win, Lowri shares her experience and aspirations in both Rugby League and Rugby Union, the strides Rugby League has made in Wales and we explore if the two can co-exist opponents. We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 2: Throwing Phil Under The Bus

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 52:04


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! Gemma Hallett, Philippa Tuttiett, and Lowri Harries chat all things women's rugby in Wales. This week we turned our attention to senior rugby and towards the cup. Giving us insight this week, is former international and seasoned coach, Lisa Newton. She shares her thoughts on coaching, the Falcons, opponents, law changes, & Swansea. We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Enjoy and don't forget to get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

    Episode 1: #BackTheGirls… Let's do this!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2021 77:34


    Wales' first podcast dedicated to women's rugby! Gemma Hallett, Philippa Tuttiett, and Lowri Harries chat all things women's rugby in Wales, giving a snap shot of everything in the female game, from grass roots, community, elite pathway to senior level. With special guest Hannah Hughes (WRU Development Officer). We'd love you to share images of you listening and your thoughts on the episode. Tag us with #BackTheGirlsPod and join the conversation. Get in touch across our social media accounts or via email backthegirls.pod@hotmail.com Instagram: @backthegirlspodcast Twitter: @backthegirlspod And remember #BackTheGirls

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