{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67b5539aef66dc14d103716d/68cb62be51c124f095d6395f?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Rugby World Cup 2025 – inside the making of a global phenomenon","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67b5539aef66dc14d103716d/1758159514471-45f374a7-8b7b-4b7f-a3d1-d1c6482cfae7.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Ever wondered what it takes to stage a World Cup — from sold-out stadiums to making athletes global stars?</p><p><br></p><p>Behind the record crowds, the roaring fans, and the dramatic matches lies years of bold vision and fearless decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Today, host David Pembroke speaks with Sarah Massey, Managing Director of the Women’s Rugby World Cup, about how England 2025 became a once-in-a-generation moment for rugby — and a blueprint for the future of global sport.</p><p><br></p><p>From sold-out stadiums and a brand-new trophy to an all-female leadership team driving change, Sarah reveals the inside story of how a sporting event can inspire millions, transform communities, and leave a lasting legacy.</p><p><br></p><p>Also in this episode:</p><ul><li>Record-breaking ticket sales and attendance milestones</li><li>Athletes at the centre — facilities, storytelling, and social media reach</li><li>Diversity and inclusion at every level of delivery</li><li>How host cities and communities reaped the benefits</li><li>The volunteers, the fans, and the atmosphere that set new standards</li></ul><p><br></p><p>PLUS<strong>:</strong> the future of women’s rugby, what the sold-out Twickenham final means for the game, and why this World Cup could change sport forever.</p><p><strong>Want more from Rugby Unity?</strong> Subscribe to our Substack for exclusive content, blogs, behind-the-scenes insights and full podcast access — all in one place: <a href=\"https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Frugbyunitypod.substack.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Celiza.baker%40contentgroup.com.au%7C4bd741532ab149b3bd6308ddc0012719%7C48520755632e4d928082339e8cf786a0%7C0%7C0%7C638877833364828403%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=E1X%2BjrYZDA66EybvDKb6JdaZl0d8wLPCI4gYYnkJDuk%3D&amp;reserved=0\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Rugby Unity | Substack</a></p><p>One sport. Millions of voices. This is Rugby Unity.</p><p>📧 Get in touch: info@rugbyunity.com.au&nbsp;</p><p><a href=\"https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiktok.com%2F%40rugby_unity_podcast&amp;data=05%7C02%7Celiza.baker%40contentgroup.com.au%7C297ffe7a834c46c94b2608dd86323cfe%7C48520755632e4d928082339e8cf786a0%7C0%7C0%7C638814272516674869%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=bjTsFiRZpg31DNZgWm%2BSL9xggN0Yf6%2BMfLXMT9IwcRU%3D&amp;reserved=0\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">TikTok</a> | <a href=\"https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Frugbyunitypodcast%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Celiza.baker%40contentgroup.com.au%7C297ffe7a834c46c94b2608dd86323cfe%7C48520755632e4d928082339e8cf786a0%7C0%7C0%7C638814272516702327%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=L4gbvqwyUUeTuiWWDi1cVzjtNHYi4KJV46yIEDr0q8E%3D&amp;reserved=0\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a> | <a href=\"https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2F%40Rugby_Unity&amp;data=05%7C02%7Celiza.baker%40contentgroup.com.au%7C297ffe7a834c46c94b2608dd86323cfe%7C48520755632e4d928082339e8cf786a0%7C0%7C0%7C638814272516717843%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=LSrZjbeIxrC9ZVOUsPRy89jnsFjBesDTZXSelv%2FHxqM%3D&amp;reserved=0\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube</a></p>","author_name":"contentRFC"}