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No Rucks Given Podcast

Paul Brown-Bampoe, Ross Vintcent

Booking Overview

No Rucks Given is a rugby-focused player-to-player show where current professionals unpack the real career stories behind elite performance. It’s a strong booking target for PR outreach because guests get a platform to speak candidly about development, adversity, leadership, and life in the pro game—without punditry.

Metrics

Episodes: 9

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: United Kingdom

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

norucksgivenpodcast@gmail.com

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Host

Paul Brown-Bampoe - Current professional rugby player who co-hosts No Rucks Given, sitting down with fellow pros to share real stories behind rugby careers.

Ross Vintcent - Current professional rugby player who co-hosts No Rucks Given, sitting down with fellow pros to share real stories behind rugby careers.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Active or current professional rugby players, ideally with international caps and/or established roles in top-tier clubs/leagues (e.g., national team representation, prominent professional teams).
Required Achievements:  
International Test caps, Participation in Rugby World Cups, Leadership roles within representative sides, Established impact at professional clubs (top leagues)

Recent Guest Discussions

Sebastian Negri - Career Resilience After Political Unrest, Adapting Across Countries, Pathway Through Hartpury, Life At Benetton/urc, Italian Rugby Development, Six Nations And Rugby World Cups, Leadership And Mindset, Life Beyond Rugby.

Tom Hooper - Journey From Youth Rugby Through To Professional Rugby In England; Approach To Improvement And On-field Attitude.

Carwyn Tuipulotu - Chasing Potential In Pro Rugby, Early Hype, Setbacks, Returning To Form, And Current Realities Of The Game.

Recent Topics

Rugby, Athletes, Sports, Leadership, Career

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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NRG Episode SEASON OPENER: Paul Brown-Bampoe

September 24, 2026

This week on No Rucks Given, the tables are turned.Ross Vintcent takes the interviewer’s seat as we finally dive into the story of NRG co-host Paul Brown-Bampoe - and the journey that took him all the way to professional rugby with Exeter Chiefs.Paul opens up on the road behind the shirt: his upbringing, his route into rugby, the setbacks and sacrifices along the way, and what it really took to turn the dream of professional sport into a reality.But this episode goes far beyond rugby.Paul spe...

NRG Episode #8: Sebastian Negri

June 09, 2026

In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sit down with Italian international and Benetton back-row powerhouse Sebastian Negri.Born on a farm in Zimbabwe, Seb’s story is one of resilience, sacrifice and determination. Forced to leave his home country with his family during a period of political unrest, he grew up in South Africa before pursuing his rugby dream across three continents. From Zimbabwe to Durban, from Hartpury College in England to the international stage with Italy, Seb’s journey is...

NRG Episode #7: Tom Hooper

May 01, 2026

In this episode of No Rucks Given, we sit down with Tom Hooper to unpack his rugby journey. From under-9’s flyhalf to destructive Wallaby forward, he’s carried his enthusiasm and passion for the game across the pond to Exeter where he is making some serious waves. Tom “Hoops” Hooper approaches everyday with an attitude of getting better. That relentless energy and desire dictates his style of play.👍 Like & subscribe for fortnightly rugby podcasts🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📲 F...

Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with No Rucks Given Podcast?

No Rucks Given Podcast is hosted by Paul Brown-Bampoe and Ross Vintcent. Its publicly listed email is norucksgivenpodcast@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for No Rucks Given Podcast?

The publicly listed email for No Rucks Given Podcast: norucksgivenpodcast@gmail.com.

How many listeners does No Rucks Given Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates No Rucks Given Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for No Rucks Given Podcast?

No Rucks Given Podcast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Active or current professional rugby players, ideally with international caps and/or established roles in top-tier clubs/leagues (e.g., national team representation, prominent professional teams). Common among recent guests: International Test caps; Participation in Rugby World Cups; Leadership roles within representative sides. Recent guests include Sebastian Negri, Tom Hooper, and Carwyn Tuipulotu.

How hard is it to get booked on No Rucks Given Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does No Rucks Given Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Rugby, Athletes, Sports, Leadership, and Career. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

norucksgivenpodcast@gmail.com

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