Best Cricket Stuff Podcasts (2024)

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Jägerbomb Blast 1:10:26

2h ago1:10:26

1:10:26

As the Pears T20 Blast campaign comes to an end, the boys are back to discuss the final few games including that wonderful win at Edgbaston. We also look ahead to the Metro Bank One Day Cup and chat about our prospects of staying in the first division of the county championship. If that wasn't enough... Jim gets a scatter-blast shock, Daz has to be…

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Pear-shaped: Episode Four 21:18

12d ago21:18

21:18

Welcome to Pear-shaped, the mini pod bringing you extra laughs, arguments, and general nonsense! There was a musical themed AOB during the Boundary Rope Of Sausages episode, so this month's Pear-shaped is a chat about team songs! What should our team song be? What do we think other teams should sing or walk out to? You know, all the important quest…

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Food & Drink anomolies - Mothers Ruin, Spotted Dick, room temperature beer, and the case to ban tipping 33:30

7d ago33:30

33:30

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. The title will tempt you to listen to the whole podcast. What on earth is Mother's Ruin and Spotted Dick? The attempt to answer the question of why us Brits drink warm beer. It is not as bad as it seems. Is tipping getting out of order? Do you feel compelled to tip a server for 30 secs of their…

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Boundary Rope Of Sausages 1:06:02

1M ago1:06:02

1:06:02

As the Pears falter in the T20 Blast, the boys are back to look at what's gone wrong and look forward (sort of) to the brief return of red ball cricket. If that wasn't enough... Pete has a strange solution to the New Road problem, Daz boasts about a victory against our local rivals, and Jim has an issue with team songs in a musical AOB!…

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Xara Jetly - The X-Factor 40:52

27d ago40:52

40:52

Xara Jetly is a passionate and accomplished cricketer who is making waves in professional women's cricket. At just 22 years old, Xara has already established herself as a key player for Wellington and has experience playing in the UK to hone her skills further. Known for her extraordinary fielding abilities and unique approach to the game, she aims…

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AI, Public Holidays, Grocery Stores, Saying Stuff Out of Line, and other food for thought 36:47

1M ago36:47

36:47

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. A mention about Artifical Intelligence - facts and opinions. That time of year it is, so a chat about Public Holidays (ie. Bank Holidays) with overcrowding and grocery store nuances. Hurricanes, Tornados and even time to talk about "Comforters" and "Duvets". Yes, we can talk about virtually ant…

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Richard Chee Quee - Breaking Barriers & Inspiring Change 1:20:46

2M ago1:20:46

1:20:46

Richard Chee Quee, often remembered as a trailblazer in Australian cricket, carved a unique career on the field with his distinctive flair and talent. Chee Quee gained recognition playing first-class cricket as an opening batsman for New South Wales from the early 1990s. He is celebrated for his vivacious playing style and impressive performances, …

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Shane Jurgensen - Journeyman 50:27

2M ago50:27

50:27

Shane Jurgensen, former First Class cricketer and current head coach of the Wellington Firebirds, shares his journey in cricket and coaching with Matt Ellis on the Cricket Library podcast. From his early days surrounded by cricket to playing for Queensland, Western Australia and Tasmania, Jurgensen discusses the challenges and successes he faced. H…

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Courtney Sippel - Bringing the Heat 37:04

2M ago37:04

37:04

Step into the world of Courtney Sippel, a rising star from Country Queensland, leaving her mark with the Brisbane Heat in the WBBL and Queensland in the WNCL. Delve deep with us as Courtney reveals the genesis of her cricketing passion, the relentless dedication it takes to secure a place in the QLD squad, her nuanced bowling strategies throughout …

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Season Four - Episode One 1:07:13

3M ago1:07:13

1:07:13

It's been a challenging time for Worcestershire off the field but an impressive start on it. We're back for another season of On A Pear as we try to find some joy at a time of adversity. As well as discussing our start to the County Championship season, Darrell opens the batting, Jim has a theory about beautiful shots, and the boys discuss a questi…

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Wacky Sports, Atlanta Airport Parking, Food Nuances and Gripes from both sides of the Pond 37:54

3M ago37:54

37:54

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. After describing the fallout from explaining cricket and goat racing from Malcolm's recent experience in Tobago, we get into more serious stuff. Atlanta Airport parking. There must be some logic somewhere to this latest news about its closure. The subject of food crops up again. Breakfast and w…

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Moans and Groans - Cricket rules (2 minute version), Alexa and accents, messing with English tea and the English flag 34:48

4M ago34:48

34:48

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. The title sounds a little dramatic but the episode is all good and informative. Two things are important to the English and that is tea and the flag, so when an entity messes with them, we cannot sit back and ignore it. Explaining cricket inside 2 minutes is a world record bordering on gibberis…

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Brits in America and a Brit in Asia - all the latest opinions for the day, including driving, imperial v metric logic, appliances, and travel nuances. 27:13

4M ago27:13

27:13

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. Firstly, apologies for the delay in this episode out on the street, but jet lagged Malcolm just returned from his escapades in Asia. He is in fact still alive. This episode includes opinions about the metric vs. imperial way of thinking, roadworks, Pi (3.142 etc. ) Day, appliances, weather, plu…

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Surbhi Vaid - Star on the Rise 51:37

5M ago51:37

51:37

Surbhi Vaid is a young broadcaster on the rise, having worked as an on-air talent in the IPL and WPL. She sits down with Matt Ellis to share the origins of her passion for cricket, embracing the nerves that come with being on camera, working with Aussie legend Brett Lee, the positive impact of the WPL and of course Surbhi will reveal the three peop…

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Just a 30 minute chinwag (aka chit chat) about travel, planes, foreign currency, and other related stuff 33:27

5M ago33:27

33:27

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. With Malcolm embarking on a trip to Asia, it was time for a quick converstion about travel, albeit a basic one. Comparing the old days to the current time frame always generates conversion, especially when travel is involved. The way things used to be: planes, travelers cheques (ie. checks), an…

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Pre-Superbowl chit chat and comparisons about sporty stuff from America and Britain. Rules, opinions, commentary, etc. 45:27

6M ago45:27

45:27

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. Talking about their expertise (or lack thereof) and opinions about the Big Game. All in jest, but lots of "why" questions with regards to the subjects of parties, tailgating, game times, outfits, the wearing of towels and helmets and others, are all up for dicussion. Included are a few minutes …

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Words & Phrases - The quest to eliminate confusion just a little. Benefial to both Brits and Americans, sort of. 37:17

6M ago37:17

37:17

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. Words and Phrases from both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. It's a start at least. These two Brits could have talked about this subject for hours, but it would have been too harmful for the listeners. Just call this Part 1. American and Britain have their own words and phrases which can be a littl…

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Tatenda Taibu - Keeping The Faith 47:51

6M ago47:51

47:51

Tatenda Taibu had a meteoric rise in the cricket world, making his First Class debut as a 16-year-old and taking on the Zimbabwean captaincy at just 20 years of age. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast, Tatenda takes us back to the origins of his passion for the game, the influence of Andy Flower, Zimbabwe's memorable T20 win against a s…

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Bringing in 2024 - Celebrations, Food, Things Dropping, Techy Anomolies, and other strange stuff 33:24

6M ago33:24

33:24

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. What we did on New Years Eve. Traditional dropping of items to welcome 2024. Drinking and eating: Sipping the night away, Baked Potatoes, Indian food, Yorkshire Puddings, Curry Pizzas, Sprouts, etc. So why do crowds of people cause cellular service to crash? Questions, theories, and opinions. W…

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The Christmas Edition (British and American Versions) - Food, Parties, Carol Singing, Santa, Presents & Other Similarities 25:39

7M ago25:39

25:39

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. Christmas from both sides of "The Pond" vary slightly in their methodology. From carol singing with adjusted lyrics, food that may seem a little strange, and behavioral differences to name a few, All in all, Christmas is a fun time of the year, so make the most of it folks and enjoy your time w…

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Alan Curr - Adventures In Japan & Beyond 46:11

8M ago46:11

46:11

Alan Curr has an adventurous spirit that has taken him to all corners of the globe. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast, he shares the origins of his passions for the game, organising a game of cricket on Mt Everest, landing a job with Japan cricket & the emergence of cricket in Japan. The conversation would not be complete without Alan …

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Cockney Slang - A Crash Course (aka Discussion) to help people from both sides of the Pond when visiting London. 33:57

8M ago33:57

33:57

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. A somewhat educational episode that may help our American and British friends understand the cockney language, even to a small degree. Coming out of an area on the east side of London, at first listen, you may think it is utter nonsense. However, it may serve you well if you travel to the big c…

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David Hussey - A Life In Cricket 41:06

8M ago41:06

41:06

Dive into our latest Cricket Library Podcast episode featuring the incredible David Hussey! Join us as we explore the origins of David's cricketing passions, his breakthrough into the Victorian team, the unforgettable double century against NSW in Newcastle, and the thrill of representing Australia on the international stage. Discover the secrets b…

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Fresh off the Boat in America - A discussion about language fails on arrival in the USA 35:10

9M ago35:10

35:10

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. You gotta start somewhere, so a banter about language fails after setting foot in America after the big move from Britain just seems appropriate. Mistakes, misunderstanding, mispronounciation, misinterpretation all happened to these Brits while settling down in their new environment. Lessons le…

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Two Brits in America - The introduction to what lies ahead. 23:49

9M ago23:49

23:49

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. To be more precise they are English Blokes that live in the USA and have been for many years. Still patriotic, they do travel across the pond to the old coutry at least once a year. This podcast is about fitting in (the early days), languange nuances, culture adjustment fails, misinterpretation…

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084 - Cricket World Cup 2023 1:06:28

9M ago1:06:28

1:06:28

On the eve of India's opening match, Praveen, Aravind and Dhruv do a curtainraiser episode. We talk the tournament's timing, dew factor, thoughts on each squad, Team India team combinations and predictions. Enjoy! Lack of buzz - IPL and cricket overload? Organization of the tournament - BCCI & ICC Dew factor - playing in Oct/Nov in India Round robi…

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The Only Way Is Up 1:02:45

10M ago1:02:45

1:02:45

We’re back and it’s the final episode of the season! With Co-op fizz successfully purchased, the boys return in a positive mood to celebrate Worcestershire’s promotion to Division One of the County Championship! We also have the latest news, a celebratory Worcestershire Watch, and the coveted On A Pear awards... Thanks for listening Pears fans. See…

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Pear-shaped: Episode Three 17:18

11M ago17:18

17:18

Welcome to Pear-shaped, the mini pod bringing you extra laughs, arguments, and general nonsense! As we were a little serious during the This Time, It’s Personnel episode, we have salvaged the audio from our failed June pod to bring you a Pear-shaped inspired by crisps and The Hundred! Are Skips better than Hula Hoops? Are McCoys better than Butterk…

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Jimmy Adams - Grateful 50:58

12M ago50:58

50:58

Join us for the latest edition of the Cricket Library Podcast as Matt Ellis sits down with former West Indies captain Jimmy Adams. Jimmy shares about his love of the game growing up in rural Jamaica, what wearing the maroon West Indies cap meant to him, the keys to his success with the bat on the sub-continent, scoring a test match double ton again…

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This Time, It’s Personnel 58:52

12M ago58:52

58:52

We're back for episode three of season three! After a false start in June, the boys return for a no frills episode to discuss Ashley Giles, transfers, the ICEC report, and our recent trip to Hampshire. There is also a membership themed AOB and our annual chat about the mascot race. We'll add extra jokes and jingles next time... promise...…

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Richard McInnes - All The Good Stuff Happens On The Other Side Of Fear 54:42

1y ago54:42

54:42

Join us for the latest edition of the Cricket Library Podcast as Matt Ellis sits down with Richard McInnes. He shares his remarkable story, from growing up in country Queensland to working with some of Australia's best male and female cricketers. Richard gives insights into his time working with John Buchanan and the Australian men's cricket team, …

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083 - Other Films of 2022 feat. DJ Tillu 1:04:34

1y ago1:04:34

1:04:34

Dhruv and Ravi review the other films of 2022: Shyam Singha Roy Ante Sundaraniki Ori Devuda and Paagal Skylab F3 Vikram Ponniyin Selvan I Sarkaru Vaari Paata DJ Tillu A star is born Favorite punchlines

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082 - KKK: KGF 2, Kantara and Karthikeya 2 35:07

1y ago35:07

35:07

Dhruv, Ravi and Aravind critique 2022 pan-Indian films starting with the name K - KGF Chapter 2, Kantara and Karthikeya 2 KGF: Chapter 2 Delivers on expectations? Drawbacks Kantara Why it became a blockbuster Drawbacks Karthikeya 2 Hype Drawbacks

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Adam Hollioake Special Guest On The Cricket Library Podcast 47:08

1y ago47:08

47:08

Join host Matt Ellis as he sits down with former England captain and all-round great bloke, Adam Hollioake, in this highly anticipated interview. Get ready to dive deep into Adam's incredible journey as he shares the origins of his passion for cricket, the unique experience of being born in Australia and playing for England, and the unforgettable m…

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081 - Radhye Shyam and Sita Ramam 23:11

1y ago23:11

23:11

Dhruv and Ravi review two pan-indian period romantic films from 2022 - Radhye Shyam and Sita Ramam. Intro Radhye Shyam Buzz Story What went wrong? Sita Ramam What went right?

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Baggy Green 377 - Adam Dale 47:48

1y ago47:48

47:48

In the latest episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Matt Ellis sits down with former QLD and Australian fast bowler Adam Dale. In this much-anticipated interview, we delve into the origins of his passion for cricket, his journey from Victoria to Queensland, his success at the state level, his time representing Australia, his miracle catch in the …

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Tim Macdonald: From Player to Mentor 47:00

1y ago47:00

47:00

Welcome to the latest edition of the Cricket Library Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Tim Macdonald who has forged a career that spans across various roles in the sport. Join us as we delve into Tim's passion for cricket, tracing back to the early days and the driving forces that ignited his love for the game. We explore the pivotal momen…

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Remembering Riding Mill Cricket Club’s Historic Dice Cricket Virtual Tour of Australia 15:02

1y ago15:02

15:02

Join us as we celebrate the third anniversary of the historic virtual tour of Australia by Riding Mill Cricket Club through the captivating world of dice cricket. Take a trip down memory lane with Matt Ellis as he vividly describes the essence of dice cricket and reveals this remarkable tour's exciting plans. This interview originally aired on ABC …

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Pear-shaped: Episode Two 18:10

1y ago18:10

18:10

Welcome to Pear-shaped, the mini pod bringing you extra laughs, arguments, and general nonsense! There was no time for AOB during the Two Pods In One episode, so this month's Pear-shaped is our discussion about picturesque grounds! What is the threshold for a ground to be classed as picturesque? What is worst thing we have seen at a cricket ground?…

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Peter Parker - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast 1:02:38

1y ago1:02:38

1:02:38

In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, host Matt Ellis sits down with renowned cricket umpire Peter Parker. Peter shares his journey from being a talented cricketer to becoming an umpire, the challenges and rewards of being an umpire in the sport he loves, and the thrill of witnessing spin bowling legend Shane Warne in action from the best…

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Two Pods In One 1:01:40

1y ago1:01:40

1:01:40

It's episode two of the season and this one is a pod of two halves! After a run of poor performances in red ball cricket, the boys gather in Pete's kitchen to discuss our batting woes. With the Pears then deciding to beat the Foxes, Jim and Pete return to the kitchen to discuss a much needed victory and end the pod with a healthy dose of positivity…

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Jannatul Sumona: A Young Cricketer’s Journey of Sacrifice, Success and Inspiration 41:35

1y ago41:35

41:35

In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, host Matt Ellis sits down with Jannatul Sumona, one of the rising stars of women's cricket. Jannatul shares her journey from playing street cricket in Bangladesh to representing her country at the highest level. Jannatul discusses the sacrifices she had to make to pursue her dream of playing cricket, …

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Tahlia Wilson: From Backyard to Breakers 38:42

1+ y ago38:42

38:42

Welcome to the latest series of the Cricket Library Podcast with your host, Matt Ellis. In this episode, Matt sits down with Tahlia Wilson, the talented cricketer from New South Wales. Tahlia shares her inspiring journey from playing cricket in the backyard to being part of the Breakers Squad, scoring her first WNCL Hundred and winning a Big Bash t…

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Pear-shaped: Episode One 16:34

1+ y ago16:34

16:34

Welcome to Pear-shaped, a new mini pod bringing you extra laughs, arguments, and general nonsense! During The Austerity Pod, the boys disused some daft football phrases and whether they could apply to cricket. Can a bowler take the perfect hat-trick? Can a team park the bus? What is the cricketing equivalent of a cold wet night in Stoke? You know, …

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Don Bradman’s Sixth Wedding Anniversary: A Day of Double Delight for Cricket and Love 7:19

1+ y ago7:19

7:19

As the new season of the Cricket Library Podcast returns this week, we are excited to revisit a memorable moment from the past. Join us as we explore Matt Ellis' interview on ABC radio, where he shares the significance of April 30 in the life of Sir Donald Bradman. Please subscribe to the Cricket Library Podcast on your favourite podcast provider a…

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The Austerity Pod 59:45

1+ y ago59:45

59:45

It's On A Pear 3.0! The boys are back in a new location to talk all things cricket. In this episode, we discuss the winter news, ins and outs, and any major rule changes. We also review an easy win against Derby and incorrectly (it turns out) predict the match against Durham. If that wasn't enough, there is also a rap and a football focused AOB.…

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County Championship Round 1 Review. 28:14

1+ y ago28:14

28:14

Giving us his insight to all the week 1 action is none other than Joel. All the 1st round games, teams and stand out players discussed, what a 1st round of matches that was, great wins by Leicestershire and Sussex. Joel and myself give out the team of the week and a massive surprise comes with that. Worthy of a listen once more even if I do say so …

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Another pear shaped quiz of the year 1:03:42

1+ y ago1:03:42

1:03:42

The three wise (ish) men dash through the winter's news before the moment you've all been waiting for... the pear shaped quiz of 2022! Dazza Paxman battles a sore throat to host this year's Champagne Superover, as Pete and Jim aim for the maximum, 36 runs!By On A Pear

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080 - RRR 44:20

1+ y ago44:20

44:20

Dhruv, Ravi and Aravind review India’s biggest film of 2022 and Oscar contender - SS Rajamouli’s RRR starring NTR and Ram Charan. Intro Viewing Experience in India and US (and meeting SSR) First Half Our issues with the film “Gun Uncle” - the gun-thirsty villager in RRR Ajay Devgn Flashback Performances - NTR and RC Other thoughts Tiger memes…