The Bedford Blues Podcast

Blues Podcast - Episode 22 - March 2022

With a packed March planned at Goldington Road, the Blues Podcast has been split into two episodes this month. 

Later this month, former fly-half Billy Twelvetrees is set to return to Goldington Road as part of his Gloucester Rugby Testimonial celebrations in what will be our first sportsman's dinner since the COVID-19 Pandemic began. 

Ahead of the evening at the home of Bedford's premier sporting club, Billy talks about his time at Goldington Road during the 2008/09 season, his overall career and some of the topical Championship debates that have come to fruition this week. 

Blues Podcast - Episode 21 - February 2022

Following the fantastic victory over Ealing Trailfinders, attentions quickly turn to the visit of Cornish Pirates to Goldington Road on Saturday. 

We catch up with two of the try scorers from the joyous day in the capital, Jamie Elliott and Matt Worley, who talk attempts to go the remainder of the Championship league season unbeaten with four fixtures left to contest.

Elsewhere, Alex Woolford features 'In The Spotlight' as he returns to full fitness from injury and becomes available for selection on Saturday.   

 

Blues Podcast - Episode 20 - January 2022

As Bedford Blues prepare to face Hartpury University at Goldington Road on Saturday, we hear from five members of our forwards pack who preview the big game and look to return to winning ways. 

First, we hear reports from four players who have been living together this season; Luke Frost, Joey Conway, Tui Uru & Robin Williams. They discuss recent results and determination to secure a first victory of 2022, while also talking house dynamics including who's the messiest!

Then Bailey Ransom features 'In The Spotlight' as he talks pride at representing Bedford, his debut Championship campaign and ambitions for the rest of the season. 

Finally, we head back to the players house who conclude with a fun game to see who ends up with the forfeit of having to bake a cake for the rest of their housemates. 

Blues Podcast - Episode 19 - Christmas 2021

It's almost time for the one we've all been waiting for as Boxing Day rugby returns to Goldington Road with the visit of Jersey Reds; five years on from George Perkins' late heroics in that same fixture. 

Ahead of the game, we get reports from Director of Rugby, Mike Rayer; Chief Operating Officer, Gareth Alred; and one of our standout performers, Jack Hughes who all discuss the excitement of a sell-out crowd at Goldington Road and reflect on 2022 as a whole. 

We would like to wish the entire #BluesFamily a very Happy Christmas and we look forward to seeing you all at Goldington Road on Boxing Day. 

Bedford Blues Podcast - Episode 18 - November 2021

As we prepare for the visit of Nottingham to Goldington Road, Will Roberts catches up with Dean Adamson and Luke Frost to talk off-the-field matters including the new James Bond film and recent holidays. 

Blues Media Manager, Ryan Robinson then speaks to Blues Women duo Emma Graham & Lucy Middleton following their victory over Letchworth to discuss what it's like to be top of the table in their debut campaign, squad camaraderie and thoughts for the future.   

Finally, Deano and Frosty return for a new and interesting segment, as they battle it out in a game of 'LIES'. 

Bedford Blues Podcast - Episode 17 - Championship Campaign Begins

On the eve of Bedford Blues' 2021/22 Championship campaign beginning this weekend in Jersey, Media Manager Ryan Robinson catches up with Will Maisey and Louis Grimoldby to review our pre-season schedule and look ahead to an exciting - and full - league season. 

Forwards Duo, Tui Uru and Jack Hughes, answer some 'Quickfire Questions' as they divulge on rugby memories, life outside of rugby and future plans. 

Finally, Ed Prowse features 'In The Spotlight' as he talks going from Bedfordshire farmer to featuring for Bedford's Premier Sporting Club.

Bedford Blues Podcast - Episode 16 - Club captain retires

Following his decision to retire following Saturday's Battle of Bedfordshire, club captain Sean McCarthy sits down with Sam Roberts to discuss his time at Goldington Road, life in rugby and future plans. 

Blues Podcast - Episode 15 - May 2021

This month, we head out into Bedfordshire and the picturesque town of Oakley as Media Manager, Ryan Robinson catches up with two of our brightest young stars, Andre Robson and Corrie Barrett. 

The two new arrivals for the 2021 campaign discuss all things rugby including the remaining Championship fixtures this season and excitement towards return of crowds for the Battle of Bedfordshire fixture v Ampthill. They also delve into matters off the field and how they're getting along living together this season. 

Ryan then meets new father Joe Atkinson who appears 'In The Spotlight' before Will Roberts concludes this month's episode by jumping on Zoom for a catch-up and quiz with 'The Two Tommies'; Tommy Mathews and Tom Litchfield.  

Blues Podcast - Episode 14 - April 2021

Ahead of the trip to Saracens in Round 5 of Championship rugby, Sam and Will Roberts catch up with Rich Lane and Matt Worley to play a few new games on the Blues Podcast; designed to get the duo to open up about their teammates, life away from Goldington Road and future aspirations. 

Sam then ventures to Bedfordshire Golf Club to meet this month's 'In The Spotlight' player feature, Will Maisey. The pair talk first introductions to rugby, ambitions for the current Bedford Blues season and Maisey's ability from the tees. 

Finally, Ryan Olowofela requires some rapid thinking in Quickfire Questions to conclude this month's backs special on the Blues Podcast 

Blues Podcast - Episode 13 - March 2021

Championship Rugby is well and truly back after two fantastic rounds of action and ahead of our trip to The Mennaye in Round Three of the competition, we catch up with two former Pirates to recount memories of their time in Cornwall and classic contests between Bedford Blues and Cornish Pirates. 

Will Carrick Smith and Ollie Newman are our two main guests in this month's Forwards Special to dissect the set-piece battle which could be crucial in Cornwall; plus discussion on Bedford's start to the season and the Strategic Partnership between the Club and Northampton Saints. 

We also hear from last week's Championship Try of the Week winner, Joe Atkinson who features in a new segment entitled 'In The Spotlight' and finally Henry Paul requires some rapid thinking in 'Quickfire Questions'.