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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 smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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 next year.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 "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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 of the issues raised in this episode, please visit sky.com/viewersupportThe 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 "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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 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 "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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 The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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 here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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 listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities please contact: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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 coach Sam Burgess last season and suggests a change he would like to see adopted by Super League.The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: www.skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jonYou can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon".Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTubeFor all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-leagueFor advertising opportunities please contact: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

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.

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, while Oliver explains why his move to Wakefield was just what he needed.

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.

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 this historic match, so make sure you give 'The Bench' a follow, so you don't miss a moment.  

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 8.30pm.  Brian and Steve will bring you a podcast every day as we continue to preview this historic match, so make sure you give 'The Bench' a follow, so you don't miss a moment.  

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 have taken the whole event to new heights this year.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 this historic match, so make sure you give 'The Bench' a follow, so you don't miss a moment.  

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 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 this historic match, so make sure you give 'The Bench' a follow, so you don't miss a moment.  

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 to day basis.

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 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 don't already, give this podcast a follow so you don't miss us.  

Jenna and Jon are back for one more episode of the year looking back at the best bits of The Bench in 2024.From Wigan's dominance to impressive seasons for Salford and Hull KR, there was plenty to talk about on the pitch. But as ever, there were loads of highlights off it too, including Sam Tomkins' decision to come out of retirement, Paul Lakin's flip-flop obsession, and just who exactly the Huddersfield Giants mascot is modelled on!The Bench with Jenna and Jon has been shortlisted for Best Rugby Podcast at the Sports Podcast Awards 2025. You can vote for us here! 

Sam Tomkins is back with Jenna and Jon to look ahead to the Grand Final! But now you know the result, will their predictions have come true? Sam also updates us on his playing future, and we have our final (possibly!) 'on and off' the bench of the season. 

Just before Hull KR's play-off semi final, Jenna and Jon sat down with their captain Elliot Minchella for The Bench.They discuss being a leader, being yourself and Elliot's unusual route to the top of Super League. 

Former England captain and Catalans Dragons' Sam Tomkins is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Sam reviews his season with Catalans, who missed out on the top 6 and the Superleague playoffs. He also discusses his own playing future and if a second retirement is imminent.

Former Warrington star and soon to be St Helens assistant coach Lee Briers is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Lee talks about his experiences in the NRL with the Brisbane Broncos, what he has learned while coaching some of the world's best players and what his hopes are for St Helens when he joins the club as an assistant coach for the 2025 Super League season.

Luke Robinson joins Jenna and Jon on this week's episode of The Bench, to discuss his appointment as Huddersfield Giants' Head Coach on a permanent basis. Luke is open and honest about the challenges of recruiting and retaining players, and he explains about his 'will to win' - especially at snakes and ladders!

Former England and Wigan second-row and now head coach of Wigan Warriors Women, Denis Betts is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Denis chats about his playing career which included leading England out for a World Cup final at Wembley, and how a new approach to fitness gave his side the edge in the 1990s.Plus, Denis describes how he's taken to his new role as the head coach of Wigan's women's side and how a back to basics approach has improved their game.

Hull KR chief executive Paul Lakin is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.With Rovers enjoying a successful season, Paul tells us how they're already planning for 2026 and explains some of the processes behind their player recruitment.Plus, Paul talks about his close working relationship with head coach Willie Peters and reveals his love of flip-flops!

Former England captain and Super League legend Jamie Peacock is the guest on this week's episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Jamie talks about his incredible achievements during his playing career and describes his post-playing role of being a motivational speaker.

St Helens full-back Jack Welsby is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.With Jenna away presenting The Hundred, Jon and Jack are joined by Sam Tomkins who lifts the lid on his decision to come out of retirement and return to rugby league.Jack tells us about his hamstring injury and how his rehab is going, and Jon asks which Olympic sports they could all compete in... dressage anyone?

England captain and Warrington Wolves star George Williams is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.George reveals he's a sunbed user, his surprise at Sam Tomkins' return to Super League and that he's not afraid to wear 'interesting' shoes!Plus he tells us how freedom on the field and his partnership with Matt Dufty has helped inspire Warrington towards the top of the table this season.

Wigan Warriors star Jai Field is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Jai gives us the latest on the hamstring injury that is keeping him out of action at the moment and discusses why he has chosen to stay in Super League rather than move back to the NRL in Australia.Plus listen out for our regular 'On & Off The Bench' segment too!

Super League match official, Chris Kendall is Jenna and Jon's guest on this week's episode of The Bench.Chris explains how he tries not to be the main talking point after matches, how his refereeing style has changed and why he and the other officials knew it would be a difficult start to the season with the introduction of player safety rules.Plus, there's the usual 'On & Off The Bench' segment, where Chris suggests what he'd like to see more of and less of in rugby league.

Warrington Wolves centre, Toby King is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Toby talks about suffering from gout - something he didn't realise he had in common with Jon! Plus he explains why he's spending time growing trees in his garden and comes up with one of our favourite Off The Bench ideas so far!

Warrington forward, Joe Philbin joins Jenna and Jon on this week's episode of The Bench.Joe talks about the disappointment of missing the Challenge Cup final due to injury and gives us an insight into Sam Burgess' team talks.Plus, Joe reveals how he's become part of one of Stefan Ratchford's pre-match rituals, talks about growing up on his family's farm and how he was once on the books as a footballer at Manchester United!

Salford Red Devils head coach, Paul Rowley makes his second appearance on the podcast to chat with Jenna and Jon.Paul speaks about the rumours linking him to Leeds Rhinos, how player safety rules mean he could be forced to rest some of his top players later in the season, and how his Salford squad enjoy the challenge of facing Super League's top teams.

Jenna is joined by Kyle Amor this week who's in the studio to answer some questions sent in by you, our listeners!What was his best moment at St Helens? How did it feel to be an unused sub in a Grand Final? And why didn't things work out at Warrington?Plus, as ever, there's 'On & Off The Bench' - where Kyle wants to see some showbiz sprinkled on rugby league...

St Helens back row, Matt Whitley is Jenna and Jon's guest this week on The Bench.Matt talks about his return to the club after being released as a teenager, his time in France with the Catalans Dragons and explains why he thinks back row is the toughest position on the field.

Jenna and Jon are joined by former Leeds Rhinos captain, Danny McGuire to pay tribute and reflect on the life of Rob Burrow, who passed away on Sunday.

London Broncos director of rugby and performance, Mike Eccles is the guest on this week's episode of The Bench.Jenna and Jon quiz Mike about his childhood and his route into rugby league coaching, discuss how the grading system is affecting the London Broncos and what the future holds for the game in the capital.This episode was recorded before the sad news of Rob Burrow's death was announced. Everyone involved in The Bench with Jenna and Jon sends their heartfelt condolences to Rob's family and friends.

Warrington Wolves former player and now club ambassador, Paul Wood is the latest guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon.Paul speaks about the 'Rugby League Cares' campaign, his struggles with OCD and gives us a couple of 'old school' ideas on 'On & Off The Bench'.