Beefy & Beaumont 'Old Boys New Balls!'
by Sir Ian Botham and Sir Bill Beaumont
Cricket legend Sir Ian Botham and rugby icon Sir Bill Beaumont team up for 'Old Boys New Balls!' — the podcast where two old mates swap tales from the dressing room, chew over the big issues in sport and throw in a few unexpected curveballs along the way. From glory days on tour to how sport has changed, from larger-than-life teammates to life after the final whistle, no subject is off limits. Sometimes serious, often irreverent, always honest — it’s sport as you’ve never heard it before. Join Beefy and Bill — plus an all-star line-up of amazing guests — for stories, banter, and a fresh take on the games they love. Contact: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @beefyandbeaumont Produced by Shine Talent Management & Simon Watts Artwork by wearepure.net <p style='color:grey;
Episodes
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24. John Inverdale: World's Strongest Men would drink Jason Leonard under the table!
A sports broadcasting legend, John Inverdale has not only covered it all from Rugby World Cup's, Olympic Games, numerous Wimbledon tournaments AND the World's Strongest Man - he's also seen it all behind the scenes. Tales from his greatest broadcasts and his passion of playing rugby that was cut...
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23. Jason Leonard: World Cup Glory, Rugby’s Wild Years & the Murrayfield Incident
Jason Leonard reveals the untold side of rugby's biggest transitions - from an outrageous disciplinary hearing after England vs Scotland, to the brutal shift from amateur to professional, to the mindset that helped England win the 2003 World Cup. If you love rugby, leadership, or the stories…
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22. Ryan Howsam: I'll make a Seniors Ryder Cup happen
He built a successful business from scratch and owns one of sport’s biggest global brands. But aged 38, Ryan Howsam could not even afford to put petrol in his car. Ian Botham and Bill Beaumont get Ryan talking about the move from double glazing salesman to serial entrepreneur, the gamble of…
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21. Peter Reid: The PM's pal on why Man City could break the Premier League; tackling diving and how cheating Maradona had the last laugh
PETER REID: Could the Man City clash spell the end for the Premier League? Former Manchester City player and manager Peter Reid fears the club’s clash with the Premier League could open a “can of worms” — and lead to a seemingly endless series of costly legal battles. In this conversation, the...
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20. Bill is banned from the school run!
Bill and Ian return this week for a mid-series catch up. We discuss why referees need to be stronger and less reliant on VAR. What difference can Shaun Edwards make to the Red Roses? Who will win the rugby union Prem? Plus Ian reveals what he does to relax in his spare time, while exposing Bill…
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19. Danny Care: Rejecting Eddie Jones & playing with Jamie Vardy
Danny Care won over 100 caps for England and spent 19 years wearing the number 9 shirt for Harlequins. Now two years into retirement, Danny joins Bill Beaumont and Ian Botham this week to discuss how he turned to rugby after being released from Sheffield Wednesday alongside Jamie Vardy. He also...
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18. Nick Knowles: Cornish Pirates can be rugby's Wrexham
From re-building homes to building Cornish Pirates into the 'Wrexham' of rugby union. TV presenter Nick Knowles joins Bill Beaumont and Ian Botham to reveal why he's chosen to invest in the Championship club, what led him from a council estate in London to support them and how he's looking to...
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17. Wasim Akram: Beefy still hasn't forgiven me for 1992
There aren't too many people who can say they were Ian Botham's nemesis. But Beefy has a long memory and he still hasn't forgiven Wasim Akram for removing him for a duck as Pakistan beat England in the 1992 Cricket World Cup Final! Ian and Bill are joined by one of Pakistan's most celebrated...
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16. Colin Montgomerie: New balls please!
The Ryder Cup, broken traditions, and one brutally honest take on the future of golf. Colin Montgomerie joins Beefy and Bill Beaumont for a wide-ranging conversation that swings from championship pressure to the modern game’s biggest problem - and why some of golf’s most iconic courses are being...
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15. Harry Redknapp: Football's Greatest Raconteur
One of football’s most respected and best-loved managers, Harry Redknapp, joins the Old Boys for this incredible episode. He takes us on a eye-opening journey through decades of football evolution - from the grit and grind of the 70s and 80s to today's high-paying, globalised game. He’ll reveal...
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14. James Botham & Josh Beaumont: Old Boys' sporting dynasty
The Old Boys show off the young guns keeping their family sporting legacies in rude health... In this Family Edition, Ian is joined by his grandson, James Botham — the Wales international — and Bill Beaumont’s son, Josh Beaumont, who carved out a successful club career of his own. Together, they...
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13. Nigel Owens: The code word is Trigger not Del Boy!
A hilarous episode this week as one of the most recognisable rugby union referees Nigel Owens joins us. Nigel talks us through his career highs such as officiating at the World Cup, what happened when his dad met Prince Harry and did Bill get away with stealing his taxi? An intriguing insight…
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12. Series 2: Beefy & Bill return talking Stokes, World Cup, Question of Sport & more
Bill and Ian return for a whole new season, with weekly episodes with some of the biggest names in sport, politics and culture joining us. We kick things off with Beefy's reaction to Ben Stokes dramatic retirement from international cricket and Bill shares his thoughts on the current England…
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11. Pat Cummings: I thought my career was over at 20
Australia captain Pat Cummings joins us this week to discuss how he masterminded the 2025 Ashes success. Beefy and Pat compare how the players of today celebrated it compared to his era! We also discover how his playing career nearly ended before it started and discuss what is next for Test...
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10. Jackson Warne: I looked at Dad as Superman
Shane Warne was one of the greatest cricketers and characters the sport has ever seen. This week Beefy and Bill are joined by his son Jackson, who talks about the work being done to remember the Australian 'King of Spin' and to share his own personal memories of his father. From his preference of...
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9. George Ford: Best mates with your competition
Bill and Beefy are back for the first time in 2026 and they're joined by a bonafide modern day England rugby union legend. With over 100 caps and counting, the oval ball is in the blood in the Ford family. George reveals what it was like growing up surrounded by sport, his close friendship with...
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8. Beefy & Bill's pre-Christmas catch up
Bill and Ian have a catch up before Christmas and you may not be surprised what the main topic of conversation is! Ian has some strong views on the Ashes and why England have been such a disaster. We're now a video podcast too, you can watch each episode on YouTube as well as listening on all…
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7. Allan Border: Living with parkinsons
With Beefy down under, it's an opportunity to catch up with old friends and Ian's relationship with former Australia captain Allan Border goes a long way back. From rivalries on the field to a great friendship off it, Allan reveals why living with Parkinsons disease isn't holding him back. We of...
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6. Brett Lee: Edgbaston defeat was my favourite Ashes match
With all eyes on the first Ashes test, Bill and Ian are joined by former Australia fast bowling legend Brett Lee. From his memories of the 2005 epic series (and what did Freddie Flintoff say to him?), to the art of being a fast bowler - AND how he ended up jamming with Mick Jagger, Robbie…
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5. Merv Hughes: Why England won't win the Ashes
While Bill is back in England, Ian is in Australia for the Ashes and is joined alongside his old rival and great friend Merv Hughes. From spotting the early signs of a superstar in Shane Warne to tales from some classic series in the 80's and 90's, Merv lifts the lid on why he thinks England…
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4. Alastair Campbell: Martin Corry wanted to lay me out
They may not share the same political views (as we soon find out!) but Alastair Cambell does have a lot in common when it comes to his shared love of sport with Beefy and Bill. The 'King of Spin' lifts the lid on what it was like to be a part of the 2005 Lions squad, how Steve Thompson nearly...
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3. Jonathan Davies: How do we save rugby?
Jonathan Davies represented Wales in both codes - rugby union and rugby league as well as Great Britain AND a Question of Sport alongside Ian Botham and Bill Beaumont (poor bloke). Reflecting on the current state of rugby both domestically and on the international scene, what Wales need to…
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2. Piers Morgan: Brett Lee broke my ribs
Our very first guest Piers Morgan joins Beefy and Bill where for once the questions are turned on him! From breaking ribs when facing the bowling of Brett Lee at the MCG, to Tony Underwood's failed attempt to psych out Jonah Lomu, Piers shares memories of his sporting passions cricket, rugby and...
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1. Old Boys New Game
After months of planning, episode one is here! Bill is back from the Women's World Cup Final and Beefy is preparing to head out to the Ashes. How can we build on England's success at Twickenham and why does Ian think England are under-prepared to face Australia? It's not all serious though, Bill...
About this show
Cricket legend Sir Ian Botham and rugby icon Sir Bill Beaumont team up for 'Old Boys New Balls!' — the podcast where two old mates swap tales from the dressing room, chew over the big issues in sport and throw in a few unexpected curveballs along the way.
From glory days on tour to how sport has changed, from larger-than-life teammates to life after the final whistle, no subject is off limits. Sometimes serious, often irreverent, always honest — it’s sport as you’ve never heard it before.
Join Beefy and Bill — plus an all-star line-up of amazing guests — for stories, banter, and a fresh take on the games they love.
Contact: [email protected]
Follow us on Instagram: @beefyandbeaumont
Produced by Shine Talent Management & Simon Watts
Artwork by wearepure.net
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Sir Ian Botham and Sir Bill Beaumont