About this episode
Stick to Rugby is hitting the road once again, brought to you by Defender, as Lawrence Dallaglio and Tom Shanklin sit down with England’s Mike Brown. Brown opens up about the mindset that made him one of the Premiership’s fiercest competitors, why Harlequins and England meant everything to him, and how he handled the big fall-out with Eddie Jones. He reflects on the controversial Premiership Final, the chip on his shoulder that fuelled his career, and the clashes (including a secret punch in the 🍒 from Dallaglio in a ruck) that shaped him on the pitch. The lads also tackle what rugby needs to fix for the next generation, the pressures of international selection, and whether Brown regrets how it all ended with England. Brutally honest, fiery and full of stories… this is Mike Brown as you’ve never heard him before! 00:00 On the Road is BACK! 01:27 Reacting to Gallagher Premiership Final Loss 04:35 What Michael Cheika brought to Leicester Tigers 06:08 The Secret to Mike Brown’s Longevity 12:18 How Mike got into Rugby 21:00 Mike’s Relationship with the Media and THAT Interview 23:11 Most Proud Moments in Mike’s Career 26:05 How Mike’s Relationship with Eddie Jones Changed 30:33 Mike’s Bestfriends in Rugby 32:55 Mike’s Toughest Opposition 37:04 Most Underrated Players 38:45 Players who Taught Mike the Most 42:45 Best Moments in Mike’s Career 44:50 Life After Retirement 48:00 Mike’s Call to Arms to Help Rugby Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.