The Rig Biz Podcast

Silly season meets Ashes season in this chaos-fuelled episode of the Rigbiz Podcast as Archie and Freddie are joined by double Ashes winner, T20 World Cup winner and Yorkshire legend Tim Bresnan. Before Bresnan dials in, the boys warm up with peak Rigbiz nonsense – Ivy Asia lunches, how to weaponise a client Christmas do into a surprise deal, bulking season gym chat and prep for the infamous Feathers Ball. It is pure December city energy: prawn toast, pool on the roof, fake Thai, real bids and a lot of lash. When Bresnan arrives, the cricket chat is anything but straight bat. He takes us inside that brutal pre Ashes Germany boot camp, the Hong Kong Sixes stag do in disguise, life in a dressing room where half the team barely tolerated each other and Kevin Pietersen was writing books about it for years afterwards. There is sledging on and off the field, Monty on Mastermind, Gary Ballance as the super sopper on a night out, Chris Tremlett’s terrifying rig, Ben Stokes as the man you always want next to you in Tony Boller and some brutally honest views on Bazball, pundits and whether England can actually turn an Ashes series around. Off the field, we get Bresnan the crypto CEO, Gibraltar lads trips disguised as “business”, Bitcoin breakfasts and FCA regulated chaos as Archie tries to wedge his way into the fund with city chat and bone crusher handshakes. It is part cricket nostalgia, part city boy survival guide, part financial nonsense, all wrapped up in heavy Northern energy and relentless Rigbiz silliness. If you like your pods full of lash, live sport scars and just about legally acceptable client chat, this one is an absolute gift.

Today we're joined by TV royalty in Jason Fox to hear about some crazy memories from his days in the Special Forces, a near fatal Bear attack, why he's moved to Clapham and much more....

The Rig Biz podcast returns with an electric deep dive into a blockbuster weekend of rugby, joined this time by a special guest: former England fly-half and elite coach Alex King. Archie and the team waste no time throwing King into the thick of it, unpacking England’s long-awaited victory, the rise of young star Pollock, and the surprisingly charismatic new era under Steve Borthwick. With insider clarity and a healthy dose of irreverence, King explains how England have rediscovered identity, cohesion, and belief—while also revealing what really matters behind the scenes: squad spirit, smart coaching voices, and the underestimated power of a good off-field crack. From there, the episode barrels into a globe-spanning journey through King’s playing and coaching life. He reflects candidly on his time with Wales, the pressure of public scrutiny, and the fragile psychology of a team desperate for a win. He shares raw memories from the infamous 1998 “hell tour,” tales from Claremont’s rugby-mad heartland, and colourful portraits of legends like Jonny Wilkinson, Sean Edwards, Martin Johnson, and Lawrence Dallaglio. The conversation veers between insight and chaos—whether it’s snogging analogies, stories of shaved heads on debut, or nights out that could only happen in the pre-camera-phone era. As the episode winds down, King opens up about stepping away from professional coaching after decades in the game, finding a new path in high-performance sportswear, and rediscovering family life after years of constant relocation. The chat finishes with a rapid-fire “chat or no chat” assessment of King’s former teammates—equal parts affectionate and brutally honest. It’s a sprawling, hilarious, and revealing conversation that captures everything Rig Biz does best: big personalities, bigger stories, and a proper session’s worth of rugby gold.

Today we're joined by an influencer extraordinaire in Ex Strictly Come Dancing / Love Island & Hollyoaks star turned boxer Curtis Pritchard to pick apart his fascinating and at times ridiculous career. From getting beaten up with his brother on a night out, to Boxing for KSI's company, to failed dating shows, a viral nightmare acting cameo on Hollyoaks and much more ridiculousness.....

The Rig Biz Podcast is back, and Archie Curzon is more emotional than ever as the boys welcome Scottish rugby and Lions legend Kenny Logan to the clubhouse. From scoring tries at Murrayfield to dancing his way through Strictly Come Dancing and raising millions for charity, Kenny brings his trademark charm and a treasure trove of stories to this week’s show. Expect banter about rugby glory days, Strictly heartbreaks, and whether Archie might just become the Logans’ next adopted son. As always, there’s chaos in the clubhouse — from estate agent prank calls and outrageous listener confessions to talk of Clapham nights out and the state of modern rugby. Kenny opens up about the golden Wasps era, wild nights with Shawsy and Dallaglio, and his hopes for Scotland ahead of a massive Autumn Nations series. Strap in for another unfiltered, hilarious, and heartfelt episode with two of rugby’s great characters doing what they do best: talking absolute nonsense with a touch of wisdom.

England rugby legend Olly Barkley joins The Rig Biz Podcast this week for a no-holds-barred conversation packed with nostalgia, chaos and heart. From his early debut for England — before even playing for Bath — to wild nights out, controversial moments, and life lessons learned in the brutal world of professional rugby, Barkley opens up like never before. Expect big laughs, surprising revelations and a look back at a career that defined an era. The boys kick off with their trademark banter — Archie’s “greatest fly-half in the world” claims, Fred’s reality checks, and a heartfelt discussion about the devastating news surrounding Lewis Moody’s MND diagnosis. It’s a reminder that the rugby community is more than just competition and camaraderie — it’s a family that rallies in hard times. Olly shares moving reflections on playing alongside Moody and the strength of players supporting each other through life’s toughest challenges. Then it’s back to Barkley’s glory days — the infamous pitch-invading incident, his surreal England debut as a teenager, and that first strip club visit with Simon Shaw. From Bath to Gloucester, England to France, he relives the highs and lows with honesty and humour. There’s talk of French baguettes before training, CS gas in a car park, and the pressures of playing in Johnny Wilkinson’s shadow. This is the inside story of the wild, golden age of rugby — told by one of its most stylish 10s. Candid, funny and unfiltered, this episode delivers everything you love about The Rigby’s Podcast: banter, big names and brutally honest chat. Whether you’re a die-hard rugby fan or just here for the chaos, tune in for Olly Barkley’s untold stories, career confessions and plenty of laughs along the way.

Clapham’s finest are BACK. In a bigger, brasher studio, Freddy Clode reunites with the self-proclaimed CEO of Clapham, Archie Curzon, to revive the multi-award-winning Rig Biz energy—Le Bantier at full throttle. From Archie's catastrophic crypto saga to why “the people need something” in a flatlining economy, the boys dive straight into the chaos, swap tears for takedowns, and set the tone for a new era of unapologetic city chat meets rugby reality. There’s proper rugby meat on the bone, too. Archie drops a bombshell—leaving Clapham Falcons and signing for Richmond—while the lads chew over the biggest headline of the season: the Red Bull-fuelled Newcastle takeover, Dimes’ exit, and whispers of marquee signings. Expect boardroom metaphors, PE/VC ruthlessness, and the kind of blunt verdicts that make timelines melt. And for the comeback guest? None other than World Cup champion Hannah Botterman. From the viral slow-mo knee slide to life inside a transformed Red Roses setup - cigarette burns, what really happened during the 3 day piss up - what it was like to work as painter and decorator and much more —nutritionists, cookies and all—Hannah brings needle, honesty and elite standards. Rivalries, France away, the psychology of winning 33 on the bounce: it’s all here, with Rig Biz mischief woven through. Tap in, turn it up, and welcome back to the city’s greatest rugby circus.

After 5 years of trying we're delighted to be joined by the wonderful Spencer Matthews to celebrate his incredible life so far which has taken him from being the bad boy on Made In Chelsea to overcoming serious addictions to now being the ultimate chassis' running incredible distances and undertaking serious challenges. Today we discuss all his incredible stories and much more.....enjoy! -------------- Spencers new show - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFTtI0XvItA Buy tickets to our final show next week - https://claphamgrand.com/event/archie-curzon-the-rig-biz-pod-live/ Listen To Freddy's New Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/0yRw7rfJTR3twvshhge4Yy

Today we're joined by Englands most capped ever captain and our 2nd most successful leader of all time in World Rugby Hall of Famer Will Carling, who led us to 3 Grandslams and a World Cup Final. However his career wasn't without controversy, getting sacked as captain by the RFU President for physically and verbally assaulting them, getting slated by Sir Ian McGheechan for not trying when he played for the Lions, quitting as a Harlequins player when he disagreed with the coach and much more. However, he was part of Englands resurgence as a great rugby team in the late 80s and 90s and played with some of the great names from Dallaglio to Jason Leonard and today he reveals his greatest stories and memories from that era. --------- Listen To Freddy's New Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/0yRw7rfJTR3twvshhge4Yy Buy tickets to our final show next week - https://claphamgrand.com/event/archie-curzon-the-rig-biz-pod-live/ Buy Samurai Clapham Falcon Stash - https://www.samurai-sports.com/collections/clapham-falcons?utm_source=google&utm_campaign=&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=&utm_term=&device=c&product=&gad_source=1

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Happy Boxing Day to you all and we hope you had a fabulous Christmas, today we bring you a little Boxing Day Special, where we review the best bits of 2024, give each other Christmas presents and then get live updates from Archie's epic Great Western Christmas Day run. --------- BUY SAMURAI CLAPHAM FALCONS MERCH - https://www.samurai-sports.com/collections/clapham-falcons?gad_source=1 BUY CLAPHAM FALCONS CAPS - https://www.rexclub.co.uk/product-category/collaborations/clapham-falcons/ BUY TICKETS FOR OUR LAST EVER LIVE SHOW ON FEB 1ST - https://dice.fm/event/ry3rrw-archie-curzon-the-rig-biz-pod-eng-vs-ireland-live-1st-feb-the-clapham-grand-london-tickets?lng=en

Today we're joined by 3 times ex amateur boxing champion and now 2 times Boxing Trainer of the year Shane McGuigan to get all his greatest stories and insight from helping 9 boxers become world champions! From growing up the son of one of Britains greatest ever boxers in Barry McGuigan, to working with the likes of; David Haye, Carl Frampton, Daniel Dubois and even Freddie Flintoff. He reveals why he left Dubois for dead, why Anthony Joshua is now hopeless and much more..... ------------ BUY SAMURAI CLAPHAM FALCONS MERCH - https://www.samurai-sports.com/collections/clapham-falcons?gad_source=1 BUY CLAPHAM FALCONS CAPS - https://www.rexclub.co.uk/product-category/collaborations/clapham-falcons/ BUY TICKETS FOR OUR LAST EVER LIVE SHOW ON FEB 1ST - https://dice.fm/event/ry3rrw-archie-curzon-the-rig-biz-pod-eng-vs-ireland-live-1st-feb-the-clapham-grand-london-tickets?lng=en

We're delighted to be joined for a 3rd time by the legendary broadcaster and current host of Soccer Saturday; Simon Thomas to discuss his crazy last couple of years, celebrate the Rig Biz and pick out some crazy stories from his days working for Blue Peter. Be warned Archie has just come from a client lunch at Blacklock and is incredibly drunk! --------- --------- BUY SAMURAI CLAPHAM FALCONS MERCH - https://www.samurai-sports.com/collections/clapham-falcons?gad_source=1 BUY CLAPHAM FALCONS CAPS - https://www.rexclub.co.uk/product-category/collaborations/clapham-falcons/ BUY TICKETS FOR OUR LAST EVER LIVE SHOW ON FEB 1ST - https://dice.fm/event/ry3rrw-archie-curzon-the-rig-biz-pod-eng-vs-ireland-live-1st-feb-the-clapham-grand-london-tickets?lng=en

After 5 years of bringing you the biggest names and loosest banter on the circuit, we're joined for the very last time by our most popular ever guest in The Fridge aka James Haskell. Everything's discussed from; dating, the royal family, Tindall nearly killing Payno, Greg Wallace, Vauxhall's sauna's and much more..... --------- BUY SAMURAI CLAPHAM FALCONS MERCH - https://www.samurai-sports.com/collections/clapham-falcons?gad_source=1 BUY CLAPHAM FALCONS CAPS - https://www.rexclub.co.uk/product-category/collaborations/clapham-falcons/ BUY TICKETS FOR OUR LAST EVER LIVE SHOW ON FEB 1ST - https://dice.fm/event/ry3rrw-archie-curzon-the-rig-biz-pod-eng-vs-ireland-live-1st-feb-the-clapham-grand-london-tickets?lng=en

For the last time ever we're joined by our most ever capped guest in Freddie Burns to give us an update on life in Japan and a review of the Autumn Nations Cup. We hear about tragic dating stories with local girls, sex hotels, Fake Taxi escapades, a ridiculously loose night out with the All Blacks and much more.... ------------- BUY SAMURAI CLAPHAM FALCONS MERCH - https://www.samurai-sports.com/collections/clapham-falcons?gad_source=1 BUY CLAPHAM FALCONS CAPS - https://www.rexclub.co.uk/product-category/collaborations/clapham-falcons/ BUY TICKETS FOR OUR LAST EVER LIVE SHOW ON FEB 1ST - https://dice.fm/event/ry3rrw-archie-curzon-the-rig-biz-pod-eng-vs-ireland-live-1st-feb-the-clapham-grand-london-tickets?lng=en

Today we're joined by Wales and Lions legend Alex Cuthbert to discuss the shocking state of affairs of Welsh Rugby after they suffered a record breaking 11th straight defeat and we try and pick apart why they're so shit. Plus we have some wonderful stories from his career including why Sladey got bullied at Exeter and the most terrifying bollockings ever witnessed by Shaun Edwards....plus much more! -------------- BUY SAMURAI CLAPHAM FALCONS MERCH - https://www.samurai-sports.com/collections/clapham-falcons?gad_source=1 BUY CLAPHAM FALCONS CAPS - https://www.rexclub.co.uk/product-category/collaborations/clapham-falcons/ BUY TICKETS FOR OUR LAST EVER LIVE SHOW ON FEB 1ST - https://dice.fm/event/ry3rrw-archie-curzon-the-rig-biz-pod-eng-vs-ireland-live-1st-feb-the-clapham-grand-london-tickets?lng=en

Today we're joined by URC player of the year and Young Springbok Player of The Year Evan Roos to discuss his incredible career so far and also preview the huge clash at Twickenham this weekend. We discuss; how to charm South African ladies in Cape Town, the craziest initiations Archie is now overseeing at the Falcons, why he hates Durban, the day Eben Etzebeth nearly ruined him, almost killing his landlords dog at a messy house party and the terrifying story of how he nearly died on the way back to South Africa after playing England last year at Twickenham, plus much more.... ------------ BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW - https://dice.fm/partner/promoter/event/ry3rrw-archie-curzon-the-rig-biz-pod-eng-vs-ireland-live-1st-feb-the-clapham-grand-london-tickets?dice_id=4262585&dice_channel=web&dice_tags=organic&dice_campaign=Promoter&dice_feature=mio_marketing&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAAwXBQQ6DIBAF0NN0OWC6bNJ4Alc9gAEc5KcI5kM1ceHZ%2B17qfW8vazPK1ywIauJmHUOCSvjxqkV6UiFW8bgk49DxpkYlUdbZs55N%2BZ6qR9bHc%2Fi46Ig%2FwAa2PlYAAAA%3D&_branch_match_id=1377321701803860699

Archie's on a rampage as he ends up revealing the dirt on his VIP weekend at Twickers with Jack Whitehall, gives his honest thoughts on Borthwick and reveals why Alistair is a very happy man after Trump is re-elected as President of America. Plus AC phones The Northcote pub to make sure they're going to be well stocked for our live show in February and also there's a return to Club House Stories and if that's not enough a new golf section - where AC phone's his fans and asks for their best golf chat plus much more ridiculousness as always..... --------------------------- BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW - https://claphamgrand.com/event/archie-curzon-the-rig-biz-live/

Today we're joined by LIV and Sky Sports presenter and current professional golfer Rachel Drummond to discuss her incredible career in the game, whereby Archie spends the whole episode desperately trying to flirt and impress her! Plus he takes us through what is surely the most ludicrous Halloween plans that have ever been created and gives us his predictions and thoughts on the rugby this weekend.... ------- BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW - https://claphamgrand.com/event/archie-curzon-the-rig-biz-live/