The Bench with Jenna and Jon

Moments after the Super League Grand Final, Jenna, Jon and Sam head inside the winning Wakefield Trinity dressing room to join the celebrations - this is what happened next! If you've enjoyed listening to this episode, you can also watch it on your Sky TV. Just say "Sky Sports Podcasts" into your remote. Thank you for joining us on 'The Bench' this season! •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

It's almost Grand Final time, so Jenna, Jon and Sam look back at the season so far. Recorded BEFORE the two semi finals, do they get their predictions right for the Super League showpiece? •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

From playing in the NRL, to the Olympics, then across to the Super League with Leeds, Lachie Miller chats to Jenna and Jon about his career, working with head coach Brad Arthur and doing Pilates! Plus, hear how he thinks the Rhinos' end of season could play out, as he watches from the sidelines with an injury. •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

London Broncos captain Reagan Campbell-Gillard is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Reagan tells us how his move to the UK came about and why getting the Broncos into Super League was a project that appealed to him. He also opens up to Jenna and Jon about the end of his time in NRL and how one lucky Gold Coast Titans fan ended up with all his club gear! - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities…

Jenna, Jon and Sam are joined by Wigan legend Liam Farrell on this episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon as he announces his retirement from rugby league. Liam tells us why the time is right to end his playing career now, what he won't miss about being a player and looks back on his stellar career. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

On this special episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon, rugby league historian Tony Collins joins us to look back on the life of one of the sport's all-time greats - Sir Billy Boston - who died at the age of 92. He was the first ever rugby league player to receive a knighthood, and was also the first black player to represent Great Britain. Tony tells us about his upbringing in Cardiff, his move to Wigan and just what a special talent he was on the pitch. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest…

Hull KR owner Neil Hudgell is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon (and Sam Tomkins). Neil chats about what it's like to own the club and reflects on their on-field success in recent years. He also discusses the upcoming change in the club's head coach from Willie Peters to Nathan Cayless, and shares his thoughts on the NRL's investment offer to Super League. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising…

Wigan Warriors' Harry Smith is the guest on this week's episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon. It's a shorter episode than usual due to the extreme heat which affected our broadcast equipment on location in Leeds! But in the time we do have with him, Harry chats about signing a long-term deal at Wigan, how he remains composed and calm under pressure and how he's trying to help the development of Jack Farrimond. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to…

Wakefield Trinity director of rugby Ste Mills is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon (and Sam Tomkins). Ste tells us why he is so thorough with his work in player recruitment and explains how the club have managed to sign Davy Litten from Hull FC. They also discuss the metrics and references that Ste uses to identify talent and the aims and ambitions at Wakefield to win silverware. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For…

Warrington Wolves' Josh Thewlis is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. He gives an update on the injury that's keeping him out of action at the moment and when he's hoping to return. Plus, we find out more about Josh's Oldham upbringing and that he's a sleep-walker! - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Huddersfield Giants prop Tom Burgess is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Tom sat down with Jenna, Jon and Sam Tomkins at Magic Weekend at Hill Dickinson Stadium, so there is some background noise during the episode! They spoke about Tom's hip injury problems, his links with Australia and found out that he is really good at admin! - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email:…

St Helens legend Alex Walmsley is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. 'Big Al' chats about his new contract and why he thinks it might be his last one before retirement. Plus he gives us his thoughts on why Paul Rowley was the right man to bring change to St Helens and explains why he is passionate about setting a Players' Association for Super League players. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising…

Catalans Dragons assistant coach Mitchell Pearce is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Mitchell discusses his life in France and how the coaching opportunity at the Catalans Dragons came about for him. Plus, he chats about how people's perceptions of players are shaped solely by what they see on the pitch and how he's trying to help athletes overcome challenges through his charity - Reboot Mindset Academy. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to…

Jenna, Jon and Sam Tomkins are joined by the Warrington Wolves Director of Rugby, Gary Chambers, on this episode of 'The Bench'. Gary talks about the work he's done in school and on the rugby pitch with young people. He discusses the rise of Ewan Irwin through the ranks at Warrington and explains why Sam Burgess' influence is 'massive' for the club. Plus, they run through this week's 'on and off the bench,' from turning circles to onions! •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news,…

St Helens' young star Harry Robertson is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Harry speaks about his route into rugby league as a youngster and his ability to play in several different positions. He also tells us about what it's like to work under Paul Rowley as head coach and his and the club's ambitions to win trophies. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Leeds Rhinos sporting director Ian Blease is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. With the club currently sitting at the top of Super League, Ian reflects on their improvement over the last year, how they're dealing with the departures of several players and provides an update on contract talks with head coach Brad Arthur. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Former Salford & Huddersfield head coach, now Hull KR assistant, Ian Watson, joins Jenna, Jon and Sam Tomkins on The Bench. They discuss how his time in rugby union with the Seattle Seawolves allowed him to 'breathe', his ambitions in the game and how he even talks about coaching on his holidays! •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Wigan winger Liam Marshall is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Liam tells us about his recovery from a hamstring injury and gives his thoughts on how his replacement, Noah Hodkinson has been getting on. Plus, Liam talks about battling back from rejection and adversity early in his career, how the club has supported him through difficult times and the support he gets from his family. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league…

Hull KR fullback Arthur Mourgue is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. They discuss his comeback from injury and how Sam Tomkins has helped influence his development as a player. Plus, we go 'On & Off The Bench' to pick out the things we want to see more of and less of in rugby league and beyond! - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Wigan Warriors' Kris Radlinski and Warrington Wolves' Karl Fitzpatrick join Jenna and Jon on this week's episode of The Bench. We discuss a possible partnership with the NRL, after Andrew Abdo revealed potential investment in Super League on this podcast. They also chat about Brian McDermott's appointment as England head coach, Karl explains Steve McNamara's move from Warrington to Hull FC, and we touch on England rugby union star Ben Earl's admission that he would like to play rugby league. •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with…

Huddersfield director of rugby, Andy Kelly, joins Jenna and Jon on The Bench this week. Andy talks honestly about challenging times for the Giants, updates us on their search for a new head coach and explains plans to rebuild the club. Plus, Andy shares his 'on and off The Bench'. •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to www.skysports.com/rugby-league •For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

The chief executive officer of the NRL, Andrew Abdo is the guest on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Andrew tells us about the discussions he's been having with Super League stakeholders about potential investment by the NRL. He tells Jenna and Jon whether a deal is close to being offered, what it might look like and how he thinks the NRL can help improve rugby league in the northern hemisphere. - •You can watch the rugby league action live on Sky Sports. If you're not already a Sky customer, you can stream Sky Sports on your terms with a NOW membership. Sign up to NOW here: www.nowtv.com/membership/watch-sky-sports?DCMP=ilc_skysports_podcastlink •Listen to every episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon here: www.skysports.com/rugby-league/news/12196/11933934/the-bench-a-rugby-league-podcast-from-sky-sports •You can listen to The Bench with Jenna and Jon on your smart speaker by asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". •For all the latest rugby league news, head to…

One of rugby league's most influential executives, Gary Hetherington is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Gary looks back to the birth of Super League in 1996 and the challenges of that period. He also tells us about his work at Leeds and how he re-branded the club as the "Rhinos". Plus, in his current role as chief executive officer at London Broncos, Gary explains how he hopes to help the club grow and return to the top-flight. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Castleford Tigers director of rugby Chris Chester is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Chris speaks about being a player, a head coach and a director of rugby in Super League as the competition turns 30 years old. He also tells Jenna and Jon about his reasons for leaving Leigh Leopards and opens up on the size of the task ahead of him at Castleford. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck speaks to Jenna and Sam Tomkins on this bonus episode of The Bench. In his first interview since announcing his stunning move to Wakefield Trinity from the NRL, he tells Jenna and Sam why now was the right time to move to Super League. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Leigh Leopards forward Joe Ofahengaue is this week's guest on the Bench with Jenna and Jon. Joe talks about his upbringing in New Zealand and his subsequent moves to NRL and Super League. Plus he tells Jenna and Jon why he feels it's important for players to have mentors and how he tries to fill that role himself. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Wakefield Trinity owner Matt Ellis is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Matt talks to us about owning the club and the work and investment he and his team are putting in to improve facilities as well as the playing side. Plus, Matt shares what it's like to work with other Super League club owners and gives his thoughts on potential NRL investment. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Wigan Warriors assistant coach Paul Deacon is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon (and Sam Tomkins too!) Paul speaks about switching from rugby league to union and back again and what the biggest learning curves were with each transition. Plus, he tells us about his future coaching aspirations - could he be a Super League head coach one day? - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Jenna is with Sam Tomkins and Bradford Bulls legends Brian Noble and Stuart Fielden on this week's episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon. They discuss the Bulls' return to Super League and share memories of their time at the club. Plus, Sam, Brian and Stuart tell stories about on-field confrontations and get involved with On & Off The Bench. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Billy and Brian are pitch-side to give their immediate reaction after the Super League clash between the Leeds Rhinos and Hull KR at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Brian and Billy are in Las Vegas to give us another taste of the build-up to Leeds Rhinos vs Hull KR with the match now less than 24 hours away. They're joined by former Hull KR players Jared Waerea-Hargreaves and Shaun Kenny-Dowall, plus we hear why Brian's had a difficult day after an eating challenge... - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Brian and Billy are back on Fremont Street in Las Vegas to soak up the atmosphere as the teams are welcomed to the stage in front of thousands of excited fans. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Brian and Billy are in the world's biggest shopping trolley on the Las Vegas strip for today's episode! We also hear from ARL Commission chairman Peter V'Landys who speaks about the Vegas event and potential NRL investment in Super League. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Brian Carney and Sky Sports rugby league producer Billy Painter are on Fremont Street in Las Vegas as we begin the build-up to Saturday's triple-header of games at Allegiant Stadium. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Warrington Wolves CEO Karl Fitzpatrick joins Jenna and Sam Tomkins on this week's episode of The Bench. Karl tells us what he is hoping to see from Wire this season and describes some of the work the club is doing behind the scenes to build connection with their fans. - The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

York Knights owner Clint Goodchild is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. He discusses what it's been like to get the club into Super League for the first time and the financial implications of their promotion. Plus, Clint tells us about his upbringing in the Queensland outback and his business background. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying asking it to "play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

It's a first for The Bench this week as we're joined by a pair of cousins! Hull KR's Jez Litten and Hull FC's Davy Litten join Jenna on our latest episode. They both talk about growing up together and supporting each other in their respective careers. Plus, with each of them playing for the two Hull clubs Jenna asks them about their hopes and ambitions for the coming season.

Hull FC head coach John Cartwright is the guest on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon. John speaks to us about some big family news and how his paternal instincts find their way into his coaching. Plus, with the Black & Whites being tipped as dark horses to do well this season, John talks about the added pressure that brings and how he deals with injuries to some of his top players.

Salford Red Devils head coach, Paul Rowley makes his second appearance on the podcast to chat with Jenna and Jon. Paul speaks about the rumours linking him to Leeds Rhinos, how player safety rules mean he could be forced to rest some of his top players later in the season, and how his Salford squad enjoy the challenge of facing Super League's top teams. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Leeds Rhinos' Jake Connor and Mikey Lewis of Hull KR join Jenna on this episode of The Bench. But who is better?! The last two Man of Steel award winners look ahead to the new season, discuss what drives them on and chat about Vegas and the World Cup. Mikey also addresses THAT social media clip. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Jenna is joined by the co-owners of the London Broncos - Darren Lockyer and Grant Wechsel - on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon. They chat about their aims and ambitions for the club, with a return to Super League very much the target. Plus, they explain how they're hoping to attract new fans, why famous faces can help, and Darren also speaks about his success with Queensland in State of Origin. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Jackson Hastings joins Jenna on the latest episode of The Bench with Jenna and Jon. The former Super League Man of Steel has signed with St Helens on a one-year deal after four seasons in the NRL with the Newcastle Knights and Wests Tigers. He talks to Jenna about his decision to return to play in the UK, his relationship with head coach Paul Rowley and his ambitions on the pitch next season. Plus, Jackson talks about how the birth of his daughter and the death of his mother this year are inspiring him to show his best-self. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

New London Broncos head coach Jason Demetriou joins Jenna on this episode of The Bench with Jenna and (not) Jon. Jason talks about his vision for the London Broncos, why a move to the UK was right for him and about some of the Papua New Guinea players he's persuaded to sign for the club. Plus, Jason talks about his time in the NRL when he was head coach of the South Sydney Rabbitohs. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

The Bench with Jenna (but no Jon!), looks ahead to the Super League Grand Final with former winner Sam Tomkins, who describes what it's like to play at Old Trafford, assesses the chances of both sides and also the chances of Taylor Swift playing the halftime show....one day, maybe! Follow Wigan v Hull KR in the Super League Grand Final across Sky Sports this Saturday. The build up starts from 5pm on Sky Sports Main Event. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Wigan Warriors Assistant and New Zealand World Cup winner, Tommy Leuluai, is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. He discusses Tommy the player versus the coach and working with Matt Peet and Sean O’Loughlin at Wigan. We also talk about the influence of his father, James, on his career and Tommy breaks down the art of the tackle! The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Leigh Leopards' assistant coach Tony Clubb is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Tony talks about some of the coaching experiences that he's already experienced and about the improvement his Leigh side have shown this season. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Hull KR's chief executive officer Paul Lakin is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Paul talks about KR's on-field success this season and whether winning the Challenge Cup has taken pressure off the club. He also discusses the difficulties of player recruitment for clubs and addresses rumours around the future of head coach Willie Peters. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Leigh Leopards second row Ethan O'Neill is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Ethan discusses his childhood which was spent in several different countries and how that has shaped him as a person and a player. He also speaks about the death of his 13-month old sister who was tragically killed at the family home. Plus, he talks about his love of try celebrations and his hopes for success with Leigh after a strong season from the Leopards. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Jamie Jones-Buchanan is this week's guest on The Bench with Jenna and Jon. Jamie talks about becoming Leeds Rhinos' new CEO at the end of the season, what the club means to him and his hopes for success on the field this season. Plus, in the second half of the podcast, Jamie, Jon and Jenna discuss the current state of the rugby league. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The…

Leeds Rhinos director of rugby Ian Blease is back on The Bench with Jenna and Jon following the announcement that Brad Arthur is to remain the club's head coach. Ian tells us about the negotiations involved in keeping the Australian and shares his thoughts on youth player development, Super League expansion and Magic Weekend. The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on YouTube here: The Bench on YouTube For all the latest rugby league news, head to skysports.com/rugby-league For advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk The Bench is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/the-bench-with-jenna-and-jon You can listen to The Bench on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play The Bench with Jenna and Jon". Watch every episode of The Bench on…