Best John McGuigan Podcasts (2024)

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Question and answers 2 51:24

1h ago51:24

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Bullet proof focus - how to start understanding your dog and build bullet proof and reliable focus https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/bulletproof-focus If you have any questions you would like me to answer, email me info@glasgowdogtrainer.co.uk or reach me @glasgowdogtrainer on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube.…

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Episode 22 - Understanding your dog's breed characteristics. 32:18

1d ago32:18

32:18

In this episode, I discuss canine hunting behaviours - Predatory Action Sequence. (PAS). If we have a better understanding of what our dogs have been bred for, we can create more enriching games for their breed types, better meet their needs, have LOTS of fun, and live better lives with them. Contact me about this podcast - info@glasgowdogtrainer.c…

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Question and answers 1 45:11

6d ago45:11

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Q and A. A break from the usual episode format. I asked some of my followers for questions they would like covered recently, I've answered a few of them. I'll do my best to make this a regular addition to the usual weekly, episodes. If you have any questions you would like me to answer, email me info@glasgowdogtrainer.co.uk or reach me @glasgowdogt…

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Episode 21 - a conversation with Cliff 49:35

9d ago49:35

49:35

Welcome or welcome back! I had the pleasure of having a conversation with Cliff Erhardt, a trainer and awesome dude from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. Cliff started taking dog training seriously once he started competing with his one dog, Pepper, in: obedience, Rally Obedience, and Scent Detection. After that, Cliff was hooked!. He started teach…

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Episode 20 - What did you wish you knew? 42:15

17d ago42:15

42:15

I asked this question on socials last week "If you could go back in time, what's the one crucial thing you wish you'd known when you first brought your first dog into your life?" I had some interesting responses and here are my thoughts on some of them. I mentioned in this episode one of my short courses, here's the link. https://glasgowdogtrainero…

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Episode 19 - the effects of arousal and over-arousal 36:39

23d ago36:39

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In this episode, I discuss what arousal is and how it affects your dog. We examine how it gets in the way of traning and what to do about it. If you have any topics which you would like me to cover, please email me info@glasgowdogtrainer.co.uk

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Episode 18 - My Journey into Positive Dog Training 22:54

29d ago22:54

22:54

You may not be aware but I used to use prong collars and choke chains. What changed? IN this episode, my friend, Alyssa Rose, Legends Dog Training, San Diego, interviews me about my journey from using aversive training to a kinder, more effective way.

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Episode 17 - on leash/off leash 30:01

1M ago30:01

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In this episode, I discuss some of the concepts about when and how to have your dog on and off leash. It's not an all or nothing. Podcast listeners get 10% off our online total recall course, using the code Pod10 https://glasgowdogtraineronline.thinkific.com/courses/Total-recall

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BONUS EPISODE - Fraser Franks 30:35

1y ago30:35

30:35

This Bonus Episode is also a bit of an announcement. Fraser is preparing to have open heart surgery and, unsurprisingly, that means he'll be out of action for a little while. In this episode he talks to Matt about his condition and the operation. We will most definitely be back but it makes sense, to take a bit of pressure off the recovery, for us …

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S02 Ep30: Troy Townsend 1:23:30

1y ago1:23:30

1:23:30

The campaigner. Troy Townsend's football journey is a remarkable one. From his own dreams of playing as a young boy, supporting his sons with those same aspirations, tragically losing his eldest boy Kurtis and, later, his tireless campaigning for equality. This is an emotional episode and we were so grateful to Troy for sharing with us. We are so g…

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BONUS EPISODE - David Clarke OBE 24:15

1y ago24:15

24:15

The Officer. In celebration of former guest David Clarke being awarded an OBE in the King's Birthday Honours List we had a Clarkie back on for a quick chat to discuss the honour but also his appointment this year as Chief Executive Officer of Paralympics GB. We are so grateful to University Campus of Football Business who we are partnering with for…

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S02 Ep28: Martin Sinclair 1:06:22

1y ago1:06:22

1:06:22

The Paralympian. This is the third episode we've badged the Paralympian and, like David Clarke and Jack Rutter before him, we could have given this episode with Martin Sinclair so many different titles. He talks about the "challenge" of his Cerebral Palsy, the tragic experiences that impacted his life but, more than that, the fun and adventure he h…

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S02 Ep27: Hearing Loss and Football 57:50

1y ago57:50

57:50

This is a very personal breakout episode presented by Matt Himsworth about hearing loss and football. Matt speaks to former Watford Women FC player Emma Beckett about her hearing loss caused by a car accident at the age of 19 and he speaks to Claire Stancliffe and Ceara Toal, two members of the England Deaf Women's football team who are raising fun…

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S02 Ep26: Peter Mitchell 1:34:17

1y ago1:34:17

1:34:17

The actor. We could have titled this episode so many things but it seems fitting to call Peter, or Mitch, the actor given that his accomplishment, in not even appearing in his school play, to having a regular part in Hollyoaks, sums up the character of the man. Like many Irish lads with footballing talent Mitch came to England as a young boy to fol…

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S02 Ep25: Manisha Tailor 1:11:28

1+ y ago1:11:28

1:11:28

The trailblazer. If your boss calls you a trailblazer, why argue? When that boss is Les Ferdinand, it is all the more complimentary. Manisha Tailor earns that tag and then some. As a little girl growing up in a South Asian family in the 1980s opportunities to explore her talent and passion for football were limited. A combination of extraordinary d…

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S02 Ep24: John McGuigan 1:08:38

1+ y ago1:08:38

1:08:38

The analyst. As a lad growing up in Merseyside John McGuigan was obsessed with football. Though a decent player, he knew he'd never grace Anfield, and so he set off on his journey to work in coaching and analyst. His passion and work ethic saw him work for Manchester City and his beloved Liverpool as well as a short stint with the Ghana national te…

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Skye Nicholson 32:34

1+ y ago32:34

32:34

The lads are back with a new guest. One of the rising stars of boxing Skye Nicholson all about her time in boxing, life in Oz and the weird DM'sBy Colm McGuigan

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S02 Ep23: Jack Rutter 1:08:39

1+ y ago1:08:39

1:08:39

The Paralympian. Yep, another one, and what a special lad. Jack Rutter, a Man United mad kid from Gloucester, was at Birmingham City's Academy, close to signing his first pro deal and preparing to play in the Semi Final of the FA Youth Cup, when he was punched at a night club. He fell and hit his head on the curb and suffered serious injuries which…

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S02 Ep22: Shaun Whiter 1:11:29

1+ y ago1:11:29

1:11:29

The double amputee. If ever a title didn't do a guest justice it's this one. Shaun Whiter, a talented non-league footballer for Newmarket Town, was hit by a drunk driver in 2016 in an incident which very nearly killed him and robbed him on both his legs. He is honest about the struggles, both mental and physical. which followed but he has not allow…

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S02 Ep21: Mikele Leigertwood 1:13:14

1+ y ago1:13:14

1:13:14

The player. In association with University Campus of Football Business this week we meet a man who was described by our previous guest and colleague Brian McDermott as a leader both on and off the pitch. Affectionately know at Reading, where he is well-loved, as Ledge we spoke to Mikele Leigertwood about his fabulous playing career, the influence o…

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John Ryder 26:34

1+ y ago26:34

26:34

This weeks our hosts Colm, Ryan and Ciaran speak to John Ryder has he prepares to potentially sign a deal to fight the biggest name in boxing. The guys go right back to the start and how he got into it. John even mentions a famous name who joined the same day as him.By Colm McGuigan

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S02 Ep20: David Winnie 1:08:57

1+ y ago1:08:57

1:08:57

The lawyer. In association with University Campus of Football Business this week we meet a man, David Winnie, who had a hugely successful playing career in Scotland, Iceland and Australia, but it was the end of his playing career and the requirement to re-think his life, his career and his identity, which was so hard. David ultimately started all o…

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Eddie Hearn - The Update 52:14

1+ y ago52:14

52:14

This week the lads are back with the Legend that is Eddie Hearn about the latest update from Matchroom boxing. Cannot be missed!By Colm McGuigan

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S02 Ep19: Michael Doughty 1:20:42

1+ y ago1:20:42

1:20:42

The entrepreneur. This week we speak with Michael Doughty, formerly of QPR, Peterborough and Swindon Town. Michael retired from football aged just 27, not because of injury or lack of opportunity, but because of his passion to create something lasting and sustainable. He launched Hylo Athletics, a more sustainable sports brand, and has gone from st…

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S02 Ep18: Tom Watt 1:18:53

2y ago1:18:53

1:18:53

Released a week early on Patreon. The storyteller. This week broadcaster, actor and Arsenal fan, who is so used to telling other people's stories, tells us his own. Those of a certain generation will naturally associate Tom with his role as Lofty Holloway on Eastenders, and he touches on those experiences as he discusses fame and pressure, but it i…

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S02 Ep17: Brian McDermott 1:18:08

2y ago1:18:08

1:18:08

The manager. We're proud to say that the guest starting us back up after our break is now a member of the B5 Consultancy team. Making his debut for Arsenal aged 17, becoming Sweden’s player of the year at a young age, managing Reading to the Premier League – many would think that Brian’s career was the thing of dreams. But his career was racked by …

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Mick Conlan - The Return of the Podcast 39:37

2y ago39:37

39:37

The lads are back with a brand-new Podcast with Mick Conlan. Mick is back to talk to the lads about his upcoming fight and the controversy surrounding the Benn vs Eubank fight.By Colm McGuigan

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S02 Ep16: Update Episode 1:29:47

2y ago1:29:47

1:29:47

This week we have an update episode. Fraser and Matt chatted, shared recollections, updates and thoughts about guests from across both Series One and Two. We also have some clips, a few short follow up interviews, and a few other little bits and bobs. If you're a keen listener of this podcast then this should be a lot of fun. We are taking a summer…

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S02 Ep15: Georgie Kelly 58:10

2y ago58:10

58:10

The student. This week we meet Rotherham United striker Georgie Kelly. The 25 year old is no ordinary footballer as he combines his time at the New York Stadium with a Master's Degree in Renewable Energy and Finance. We talk to the Donegal lad about his love for Gaelic sports and the benefits of enjoying an array of different sporting pursuits, his…

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S02 Ep14: Michael Caulfield 1:01:17

2y ago1:01:17

1:01:17

The sports psychologist. Often the role of a sports psychologist is misunderstood, many believing that it is about a win at all costs mentality but, in actual fact, as Michael says: "they just want someone to talk to". We talk to Michael about his career, from his early days as a wannabe jockey, to running the Professional Jockeys Association, and …

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Jack Catterall 39:21

2y ago39:21

39:21

This weeks is not to be missed. Our hosts Ryan, Ciaran and Colm speak to Jack about his recent fight with Josh Taylor and the shocking decision of that fight. They talk about his current world rankings and future plans and so much more.By Colm McGuigan

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S02 EP13: If U Care Share 1:17:39

2y ago1:17:39

1:17:39

This is our third breakout episode and it deals with perhaps the most sensitive subject that could be dealt with in the game: suicide. The episode is in partnership with the wonderful charity If U Care Share and, as its founder Matty Smith says, suicide is its own pandemic. The episode is hosted by Leigh, who speaks about her own struggles with sui…

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Tevin Farmer - Part 2 28:22

2+ y ago28:22

28:22

This week our hosts Colm, Ryan and Ciaran spoke to Tevin about his upcoming fight in Ghana vs Mickey Bey, his enjoyment in creating content for his channel. The importance of being business minded in boxing and so much moreBy Colm McGuigan

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S02 Ep12: Yinka Tomori 1:14:06

2+ y ago1:14:06

1:14:06

The parent. "See a man, diligent in his ways, he shall stand before kings ..." Those words from Yinka Tomori, to his son Fikayo, have echoed throughout the young man's life and have seen play, and succeed, with Chelsea, AC Milan and England but, more than that, the words of his father have taught him humility, responsibility and to focus always on …

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Harlem Eubank 33:26

2+ y ago33:26

33:26

This week our hosts Ryan, Ciaran and Colm speak to Harlem Eubank about growing up with the famous Eubank surname. How he got into boxing after football and what it is like to train with Adam Booth and so much moreBy Colm McGuigan

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Angel Fernandez - Coaches Corner 40:55

2+ y ago40:55

40:55

This week our hosts Colm, Ryan and Ciaran speak to future hall of fame trainer and the man trusted as Anthony Joshua's new head trainer. They talked to him about growing up in Spain, how he got into coaching and so much moreBy Colm McGuigan

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Easter Break 2:26

2+ y ago2:26

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We're taking a short break for Easter, so that we can catch up, spend some time with our families, and come back with some exciting pods afterwards. In the meantime, we've got a request. Can you help us? The podcast is a labour of love for us but we do need funds to help the cost of making it. Please do support us on Patreon - patreon.com/footballj…

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S02 Ep11: Brendon Batson 1:12:15

2+ y ago1:12:15

1:12:15

The pioneer. Most famously one of West Bromwich Albion's so-called Three Degrees Brendon was part of the Windrush generation who came to the United Kingdom to work and to live but found a country that was often inhospitable and unaccepting. He had never played football when he arrived here but he quickly developed as a talent which resulted in a sc…

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Eddie Hearn - Part 2 36:37

2+ y ago36:37

36:37

This week our hosts Colm, Ryan and Ciaran speak to Eddie Hearn about the recent Wood vs Conlan fight, his thoughts on the Amir Khan vs Kell Brook fight and his ambition on bringing big fight nights back to Belfast.By Colm McGuigan

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Tyrone McKenna - Part 3 34:49

2+ y ago34:49

34:49

This week our hosts have the return of our first ever guest Tyrone Mckenna. Tyrone gives the guys an update prior to his next fight in Dubai and much moreBy Colm McGuigan

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S02 Ep10: LGBT and football 1:19:54

2+ y ago1:19:54

1:19:54

This is the second of our breakout episodes dealing with an issue rather than one guest and their football journey. This episode is on LGBT people and how football, particularly men's football, deals with those people. We hear from sports lawyer, and talented amateur footballer, Jamie Feldman who talks about his experiences as a young man, his time…

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Michael Conlan - Episode 3 41:39

2+ y ago41:39

41:39

This week our hosts speak to Michael Conlan ahead of his World title shot. The guys go through his thoughts and his preparation. Must listen!By Colm McGuigan

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