In February 2019, Gareth joined the podcast to discuss being a professional rugby union player with Gloucester. After that conversation Gareth’s life moved quickly - he signed for Ospreys and then Leicester Tigers before being forced to retire suddenly following a training-ground concussion in November 2021.

In early September 2025, Gareth sat down with me to discuss his new career as a Financial Advisor, based in Cheltenham. 

The idea of identity and career shift has fascinated me for years - particularly, as a sports journalist, the shift pro athletes have to make into a new life. Hope you enjoy this one - hope for all of us contemplating career change.

Also, towards the end of the conversation some great tips on pensions and financial management.