The Ties That Bind Us

In this fourth episode, we zoom in on the fans of arguably the most famous domestic team in the world. Leicester Tigers dominated the club scene for over ten years and the fan base they have created is possibly one of the most ardent and vociferous. This is a revealing and emotional insight into what it means to be on the terrace, connecting with your team and, amongst other things, examines what a good theme song can do for you. I hope you enjoy it.  

In this episode, we head north, to the Premiership team located just outside Manchester. Sale Sharks won the premiership title back in 2006 and, after a lean decade or so, are back fighting it out at the top of the table. This is a wonderful listen, full of great rugby memories, and I can’t help but smile when I hear this special group of followers talk about the love they have for their club.

In this episode, we hear from supporters who have experienced the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. When I came up with the idea with this podcast, Saracens fans were the ones I knew I wanted to talk to. And this episode does not disappoint. In a way, I really hope that you are not a Saracens supporter listening to this. These guys speak with real eloquence and clarity about following a club that was involved with one of the biggest off-field dramas the game has ever seen. It is difficult to not feel empathy for what they had to go through.

First up, it seemed only right to begin with the champions. Back in June, Harlequins were crowned champions of both the Premiership and the Premier 15s. This West London club has a pretty famous following and in this episode, I spend some time in the company of five supporters, all with a tale to tell.