Tapt Media partners with George Gregan and John Smit for ‘I Love Rugby’ Podcast
Tapt Media has expanded its premium podcast portfolio, being appointed the exclusive commercial sales partner for I Love Rugby, a new weekly podcast hosted by international rugby legends George Gregan and John Smit.
The partnership positions Tapt Media to connect brands with a highly engaged, affluent sports audience across Australia and international markets. I Love Rugby combines tactical match analysis, unfiltered banter, and unprecedented insider access to international dressing rooms and Test camps – leveraging the unmatched credibility of World Cup-winning captains.
Former Wallabies Captain and co-host George Gregan said: “John and I are thrilled to launch I Love Rugby. We’ve shared decades of intense rivalry on the pitch, but off it, we’ve always shared a deep passion for the game and the unique culture behind it. This podcast gives us the room to dive into the real, unfiltered stories, the tactical breakdowns, and the banter that fans rarely get to hear.”
“Tapt Media was the ideal partner to bring this show to market. Their team understands podcasting inside out, shares our vision, and has the scale and setup to help us grow I Love Rugby into a flagship sports brand.”
Del Fordham, Head of Podcasts at Tapt Media added: “Securing the commercial rights for I Love Rugby aligns directly with Tapt Media’s strategy to scale our digital footprint through high-yield, premium talent. George and John are iconic global figures with massive cross-demographic trust, creating a prime commercial vehicle for national advertisers.”
“This partnership expands our premium sports portfolio, offering brand partners bespoke host-read integrations, high-value sponsorship packages, and targeted audience alignment ahead of major global sporting cycles.”
In the latest episode, George and John are joined by former All Black Justin Marshall to unpack how the Springboks won the scrum, the possession and the carries at Ellis Park — and still lost by 17.
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