Down the Pub: Hosted by Anthony Abbott, Down the Pub is a Canadian soccer podcast which focuses on Halifax Wanderers and the Canadian Premier League. From post-match reviews with Gary Griffiths (@FromAwaysHFX) and Chris Searl, to interviews with professional footballers from the CPL and beyond, join us down the pub for some top quality football chat. The first pint is on us!
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Broadcasting world-class sport. Keeping hospitals running 24/7. Your boss knowing that, of course, you can join the Teams meeting from your 2-hour train journey. What do all of these things have in common? Fantastic tech, and even better people. Join us in hitting refresh on The F5 podcast, bringing you amazing stories about the human side of tech, and leaving the jargon at the door.
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Interesting conversations about interesting things with interesting people. Hosted by Joe Scott from the YouTube channel, Answers With Joe.
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"Endearingly belligerent" – another blogger
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On this episode, the lads look back at the win against Vancouver. We chat on Jefferson Alphonse's performance, Zach Fernandez returning the form and the impressive cameo from Sean Rea. We also chat about Rampy's goal and the joyful celebration and we also chaat garlic bread!! All this and more! You can follow the show on Insta and X @downthepubpod…
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We are Back!! On this episode Anthony, Chris and Gary break down the huge signing of Sean Rea by The Wanderers, Gary and Chris give their insight into where they see Sean fitting into the team and what he will bring to help push us towards a play off spot. We also look at the noise surrounding Ottawa's recent form and are their fans being harsh on …
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Yiannis Maos MBE - Growing digital and social impact in the West Midlands
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Join us as we explore the inspiring journey of Yiannis Maos MBE, the Founder & CEO of TechWM. With over 18 years of experience in marketing and technology, Yiannis has played a pivotal role in scaling innovative organisations. TechWM, his not-for-profit initiative, is dedicated to inspiring the next generation and empowering businesses to grow thro…
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Paul Abbott - The reality of experiencing a cyber attack
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Paul Abbott joined Knights of Old, an SME transportation & logistics company, in 1987. The company were proactive with their technology, with an agile IT team in-house and disaster recovery for business continuity in place. However, a ransomware cyber attack in June 2023 saw cyber attackers encrypt all their operating systems and infiltrate tiers o…
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Henrietta Brealey - Steady business in a rapidly changing society
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From intern to CEO, Henrietta Brealey has an unwavering belief in the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce's mission of connecting and empowering local businesses. With a three-year transformation plan post-COVID, find out how the GBCC are driving innovation and global connections for businesses. (00:00) - The F5 Intro (00:50) - Henrietta Breale…
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Declan Allen - Driving change in the automotive industry
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On this episode we welcome Declan Allen, the Managing Director of HORIBA MIRA and Corporate Officer of HORIBA Group. Before revolutionising HORIBA MIRA, Declan played a key role at Mercedes Benz High Performance Engines Ltd, driving innovation in engine assembly and kinetic energy recovery systems for leading F1 teams. With a knack for leveraging c…
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Anthony Allcock - How tech enables business growth and better lives
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Anthony Allcock became one of the UK’s Top 100 CIOs in 2023, with over 25 years’ experience in business transformation and IT with Rolls Royce, British Airways, and Ingeus. In this episode we discuss how to successfully transform businesses for growth, and how to put your people values at the heart of the strategy. (00:00) - The F5 Intro (00:50) - …
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On this episode, Gary and Anthony look back at the Canada Day win over Cavalry. We chat about how our midfield set up to counteract Cavalry's wing play, Riley Ferrazzo's performance subbing in for Zach Fernandez and Yann's big performance. All this and more on this week's episode!! You can follow the show on insta and x @downthepubpod…
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Professor Gino Martini - Tech in enabling science, health, & the economy
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Professor Gino Martini was at the front line of utilising tech to connect and collaborate during the COVID-19 pandemic as Chief Scientist at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society. Now, he's leading innovation with the Precision Health Technologies Accelerator, impacting jobs and the economy in the West Midlands area. Music created by Ben Chambers (00:00…
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Wanderers Win!!! On the episode we look back at last weekend's win over Vancouver. We look at Jeremy's place in the team, Ryan Telfer's great run of form and the implications some of the injuries might have. Gary gives us a deep dive into what has changed in the past few games to help turn things around and Chris gives his thoughts on what's been g…
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Professor Deb Leary OBE - A Forensic Approach to Digital Security
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From revolutionising the stepping plate after visiting a police conference in Toronto, to being the CEO of Forensic Pathways with a 95% view of ransomware groups on the dark web, Professor Deb Leary takes us on a journey of how the preservation of both physical and digital data is at the heart of her innovation. From her work with the Greater Birmi…
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On this episode, Chris and Anthony are joined by Kevin Anderson from The Hammer of Sparx pod to take a look at Saturday's opponents Forge. Kev gives us an overview of how the season is shaping up for The Champions. We chat about how they have got past losing some big players in the off-season and who has stepped up in their place. Before that we ch…
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Martin Ward - Growing tech in the West Midlands
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Martin Ward, the first and only Tech Commissioner in the UK, shares his plans for the West Midlands' tech scene, and what makes the region so unique. We discover his inspiration and plans for Future Fest, a West Midlands-based festival celebrating both tech and the arts coming out of the region, and what makes the West Midlands a tech hub. Music cr…
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Vanessa Eyles - The State of Cyber Security in the UK
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This episode we discuss cyber security, misconceptions businesses may have when it comes to the laws around it, and what businesses can do to protect themselves with Detective Superintendent of the West Midlands Police, Vanessa Eyles. Vanessa understands that the police can’t arrest their way to ending cybercrime, as a result pre-empting attacks is…
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On this episode we look back at the draw at the league leaders. Chris and Gary give their thoughts on standout performances from Riley Ferrazzo and Zach Fernandez. We also chat about the Red Card received by Thiago Coimbra. The game was also Rampy's 125th appearance for the club, so we look at what he means to the club and what an immense presence …
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Barrie Hodge - Empathy in the digital age: The role of tech in human connections
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This episode we're talking to Barrie Hodge, Head of Fundraising and Communications at St Basils. Barrie started his career working in radio, and when moving into charitable work he often asked himself why St Basils had employed him of all people. Now he realises the charity sector is all about communication and engagement with people to form human …
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Episode 209: Chatting With Angus McNab and York Review
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We have a bumper episode for you this week, split into 2 parts. Part One: 00:00-45:00 In part 1, we chat with former York GM, Angus McNab. We chat about sailing through the choppy waters of 2023, agents and Angus' thoughts on the departure of Martin Nash. We also hear how Angus helped facilitate the arrival of CANMNT coach, Jesse Marsch. Part 2: 45…
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On this episode, Gary, Chris and Anthony look back at our first point of the season against Cavalry. We chat about our performance against a very good Cavalry side, how we adapted without Lorenzo and having Thiago back in the starting line up. We give our thought on Patrice's post match comments and also the standard of officiating this season. We …
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On this episode we take an overhead look at our season so far. We chat about what's not being going right, how things will get better and why we shouldn't press the panic button yet. Gary also gives another opposition corner as he dives deep into how Cavalry set up. With news of "The CPL on Tour", Chris gives us the background and his thoughts on t…
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On this episode we look back at last weekend's loss to Ottawa. We chat about how we set up before and after the red card, our opinions on the red card and how we will look without Lorenzo. We also answer some of your questions and we chat about price gate. All this and more! You can follow the show @downthepubpod on Insta and X…
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On this episode, Gary and Anthony look back at the defeat in Vancouver. We talk line up changes, Lorenzo's positioning, Vancouver's tactics, chance creation and more. Gary also gives us some Ottawa insights in opposition corner, You can follow the show @downthepub on Insta and XBy Anthony Abbott
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On this episode, Anthony, Chris and Gary look back tp our opening day defeat to Pacific. We chat about line ups, tactics, what worked and what didn't. Gary gives us a rundown of Vancouver ahead of our next game and we also answer your questions. You can follow the show @downthepubpod on Insta and X or give us a follow on Golz Tv.…
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Episode 203: Wanderers 2024 Season Preview
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On this episode we look at the Wanderers squad ahead of the new season. Gary and Chris break down what tactics we may use with the players we have brought in. We also rate the transfer business we have done and give our projected starting 11s. In the last part of the show we give our season predictions and answer your questions. You can follow the …
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On this episode, Chris Gary and Anthony look at how the teams are shaping up heading in to the new season. 2024 is shaping up to be an epic season and we are seeing better and better players come into the league so it's a great look at how we think everyone is looking. You can check follow the show @downthepubpod on Instagram and Twitter Yopu can s…
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Episode 201: Pints With Patrice 2024
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On this episode, we are live at Garrison to have a pint and a chat with the Gaffer, Patrice Gheisar. We chat about 2023 and what was learned, we look at the new boys on the squad and what they will bring and Patrice answers your questions. In part 2, we are joined by Wanderers President, Derek Martin. Derek talks about salary caps, CSB and answers …
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On this episode we are joined by Halifax Wanderer, Riley Ferrazzo. We chat about the step up to the pro ranks, what pre season entails, how the new boys are settling in and Riley's best position. Riley answers some of your questions and gives us not one but two 5 a side teams! You can follow the show on instagram and x @downthepubpod…
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On this episode, I am joined by Wanderers' new boy Ryan Telfer! We chat about the decision to come to Halifax, working with Patrice, playing in MLS Next Pro and USL and playing internationally with Rampy. We also look back at that Morelli incident and get Ryan's 5 aside team! You can follow the show on instagram and X @downnthepubpod…
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Episode 198: New Signings and Listener Q & A
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On this week's episode we look at Media Pro and CSB's agreement for 2024, The Wanderers new signings, the Triston Henry saga and we delve into our amazing listener questions (Thank you everyone who contributed! ) All this and more!! You can follow the show on Instagram and X @downthepubpodcastBy Anthony Abbott
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On this week's episode we are joined by Down the Pub OG, Chris Searl. We chat about the ongoing battle between CSB and Media Pro over television rights to the CPL and what it means. We look at the return of JGL and how he will fit into Patrice's system with The Wanderers. We dive into the listener mailbag and answer your questions. An enticing mix …
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Episode 196: End of Year Wrap w/Derek Martin
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On this episode Anthony and Gary are joined by Wanderers President, Derek Martin. Derek let's us know what winning executive of the year means to him and the backroom team, we also chat about Kimani Stewart Baynes being drafted and the impact Dino Rossi has had on Canadian football. Gary looks back on the season with Derek, they chat recruitment, P…
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