Podcast Episodes

Finding Purpose Beyond the All Black Jersey: Ali Williams

Episode 35

Ali Williams didn’t touch a rugby ball until 16—three years later, he was wearing the black jersey. In this raw and revealing episode of Lessons from the Game, Ali joins hosts Gurthro Steenkamp and B…

Published on 6 months, 4 weeks ago

Key Lessons : How Rassie Built a World Cup-Winning Culture with No Egos

Episode 34

How do you build a world champion team with no egos?

In this short, powerful episode of Lessons From The Game, former Springbok team manager Annelee Murray reveals how Rassie Erasmus transformed the S…

Published on 7 months ago

Discipline Over Motivation: Denis Betts on What Really Drives Success

Episode 33

In this episode of Lessons from the Game, former international rugby stars and coaches Gurthro Steenkamp and Ben Pegna sit down with Denis Betts, one of the most decorated rugby league forwards of al…

Published on 7 months ago

Offseason Mistakes That Set You Back – What Rugby Players Must Do Now

Episode 32

What should rugby players really be doing during the offseason?

In this short and powerful episode, Gurthro Steenkamp and Ben Pegna break down how to use your offseason wisely — whether you’re a young…

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Park Your Ego & Do the Work – Gary Gold’s Blueprint for Rugby Success

Episode 31

Summary

In this engaging conversation, the speakers delve into the competitive landscape of rugby coaching, emphasizing the need for players to distinguish themselves in a crowded field. They discuss …

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

The Missing Skill Holding You Back | Rugby IQ Explained with Real Game Examples

Episode 30

Summary

In this episode of the Lessons from the Game podcast, Gurthro Steenkamp and Ben Pegna delve into the concept of Rugby IQ, emphasizing its significance in player performance and team dynamics. …

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Inside the Lions: Geoff Parling on Playing for Them—and Now Coaching Against Them

Episode 29

Summary

In this episode of Lessons from the Game, Gurthro Steenkamp and Ben Pegna engage with former England international Jeff Parling, exploring his journey from player to coach. They discuss the im…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Bulls Culture, Blue Blood, and Belief - Lessons From Victor Matfield

Episode 28

Summary

In this episode of the Lessons from the Game podcast, Gurthro Steenkamp and Ben Pegna reflect on their conversation with rugby legend Victor Matfield. They discuss key insights from Matfield a…

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

Victor Matfield: How We Built the Greatest Rugby Team in the World

Episode 27

Summary

In this episode of the Lessons from the Game podcast, Gurthro Steenkamp and Ben P engage in a deep conversation with rugby legend Victor Matfield. They explore Matfield's journey from a young …

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

The Pain of Non-Selection – And What Champions Do Next

Episode 26

Being dropped from the team hurts. Whether you’re a pro or an aspiring athlete, non-selection can shake your confidence and identity.

In this episode of Lessons from the Game, Rugby World Cup winner G…

Published on 7 months, 4 weeks ago