What does it take to coach a team to the brink of a Rugby World Cup final? How do you spot a future Wallaby in club footy? And what happens now that the Giteau Law is gone?

In this special ‘You Ask, We Answer’ edition of Rugby Unity, David Pembroke is joined by Ewen McKenzie to tackle your questions. With Eddie off visiting the Haas F1 team in Japan, nothing is off-limits as they dive into the past, present, and future of the game.

From coaching alongside Eddie Jones and Rod Macqueen to the end of the Giteau Law, Ewen shares sharp insights on Super Rugby, overseas selection, Argentina’s rise, and the All Blacks’ coaching shift. He also reflects on standout players like Stephen Larkham and George Smith, how to spot hidden talent, and why the middle of the squad often makes the biggest difference.

Also in this episode:

• Coaching creative talents like Quade Cooper — without killing their flair
• Could Tom Wright become a No.10?
• Does Australia have the depth to match top-tier nations?
• The case for bringing back old-school rugby tours
• What makes a great assistant coach — and how that job really works
• Can the Springboks finally break New Zealand’s Eden Park streak?
• The unsung heroes of championship teams — and why they matter
• Ewen’s proudest rugby memories, from club footy to the world stage

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As the dust settles on the British & Irish Lions Tour, David Pembroke and Ben Alexander unpack what it all meant — for the Wallabies, for Australian rugby, and for the global game.

From the financial windfall and unforgettable second Test to missed opportunities and selection regrets, they reflect on what could’ve been and what must come next. They also debate whether the Lions should tour France, how Australia can better support the fan experience, and why the Lions Tour remains a critical piece of rugby’s future.

The conversation shifts to the Wallabies’ upcoming tests against South Africa, including what it’s like to play at altitude and why the Springboks are more dangerous than ever. Plus, they preview Argentina vs. the All Blacks and look ahead to a landmark Women’s Rugby World Cup.

Also in this episode:

• Stadium logistics, fan culture, and the nighttime economy
• Rassie Erasmus’s influence and South Africa’s rising stars
• Why the future of rugby depends on investing in the women’s game
• John Eales and the Rugby Future Fund
• Retirements, shoutouts, and your chance to get involved in our next show

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After a hard-fought third Test, the Wallabies come away with the win – but is this the start of something bigger or just a brief high?

In this episode of Rugby Unity, host David Pembroke is joined by Eddie Jones and Ewen McKenzie to unpack the Wallabies’ victory over the British & Irish Lions and explore what it means for the future of Australian rugby.

They break down the key performances from Skelton, McReight, Hooper and more, and discuss how tactical discipline and selection finally paid off. But the conversation quickly widens — touching on overseas eligibility, the loss of young talent, and the need for clearer national pathways.

Eddie offers insights into the South African system, Ewen shares how his views on overseas selection are shifting, and David pitches a bold idea for rugby’s future in the US involving the NFL and flag football.

Also in this episode:

• What really made the difference in the third Test
• The challenge of playing South Africa at altitude
• Why Aussie rugby is losing players too early
• Can the US be rugby’s next big frontier?

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