Best Marvin Sordell Podcasts (2024)

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S4E3 - Tour de France and Olympic champion Sir Bradley Wiggins opens up about childhood trauma and abuse. 1:07:47

21h ago1:07:47

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For the third episode of Season 4, host Smithy is joined by Sir Bradley Wiggins, the renowned British cyclist celebrated for world titles, eight Olympic medals, and a historic Tour de France victory. Following our enlightening episode with Emmett J. Scanlan in Chester, our journey now takes us to Herne Hill Velodrome in South London, a place profou…

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S4E2 - Emmett J. Scanlan: 'Kin' and 'Fool Me Once' star on personal struggles with depression and loss 1:14:32

1M ago1:14:32

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For the second episode of Season 4, host Smithy is joined by Emmett J. Scanlan, the acclaimed Irish actor known for his roles in Kin, Peaky Blinders, and Fool Me Once. Following our inspiring first episode with Tubes at his home golf course, our journey now takes us to a place deeply significant to Emmett—Chester, his home for the last decade where…

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S4E1 - Tubes: Overcoming Alcoholism, Surviving a Heart Attack, and How Golf Saved Me 1:09:16

2M ago1:09:16

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For the launch of Season 4, host Smithy is joined by Peter Dale, better known as Tubes to millions of fans from his work on Soccer AM. This season, we're on the road, and for episode one, our journey takes us to a place pivotal to Tubes' personal battle against addiction—his home golf course at Foxhills. Despite his fun-loving on-screen persona, Tu…

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S3E5 - Podcaster and content creator JaackMaate opens up on his battles with health anxiety and OCD 1:03:54

8M ago1:03:54

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For the latest release, host Smithy and co-host Leon McKenzie are joined by Jack Dean, better known as JaackMaate to his millions of social followers. Despite his meteoric social media fame, Jack candidly shares his lifelong struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety. He opens up about his traumatic childhood filled with family …

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#OnTheJudy Series 3 - "I was set to be one of the best defenders in the world" - Ledley King S3 E8 1:11:13

8M ago1:11:13

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It's a North London derby like no other as Mr Era sits down with England and Spurs legend, 'King Ledley'. Ledley opens up about the knee injury that kept him from becoming one of the worlds best defenders of his era and his unique training regime. He also touches on England's 'Golden Generation' and those memorable North London Derby battles. X: @T…

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#OnTheJudy Podcast - 'Hate comes from everywhere, even from those closest" - Jason Puncheon S3 E7 1:25:33

8M ago1:25:33

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Mr Era catches up with a baller, who's scored in all of the top four divisions of The English Football League. Hold tight for a no holds barred episode with Mr Crystal Palace himself, Jason Puncheon. Puncheon, lays it all out in the open, from breaking into first team at Wimbledon FC during the crazy gang days, the glory days in the Premier League …

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#OnTheJudy Podcast - 'I was youngest prem player. Now they've surpassed me" - Matthew Briggs S3 E6 1:01:18

8M ago1:01:18

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In the next episode of series 3, we speak to one of the youngest ever Premier League debutants Matthew Briggs. He touches on his fall from grace to non-league, getting unknown cars bought in his name, life after football and much more. Chapters 00:00 01:06 - Where it started 01:35 - Fulham Academy 05:03 - Mental Battles 08:19 - Football Politics 11…

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#OnTheJudy Podcast - 'I was due to get locked up before contract of my career" - Andre Gray S3 E5 1:44:15

9M ago1:44:15

1:44:15

This episode with Birmingham's very own, Andre Gray is not one to miss. Gray lays it all on the table, covering the everything from his marriage with Little Mix star Leigh-Anne to the facial stabbing, that pushed him to live out his dreams as a footballer. Chapters 00:00 07:05 - Leah 19:43 - wolves growing up (face incident) 24:59 - family support …

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#OnTheJudy Podcast - 'That's the first time in my life I've been Heartbroken" - Zack Steffen S3 E4 1:05:09

9M ago1:05:09

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It's UK vs USA in the next episode of season 3, as Mr Era speaks with All-American and Man City #2 Goalkeeper, Zack Steffen. This episode goes straight into life growing up in Pennsylvania, missing out on World Cup selection for Qatar 2022 and that fateful mistake against Liverpool FC. X: @Total_media_pro Instagram: @totalmedia_productions See omny…

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#OnTheJudy Podcast - 'My biggest regret is the transfer request ' Jermain Defoe S3 E3 1:35:03

9M ago1:35:03

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Mr Era sits down with England and Spurs legend, Jermain Defoe. We dive into his grassroots memories at the famous Senrab FC Sunday League setup - to his days playing in England's 'Golden Generation' and even his heartfelt relationship with Sunderland's 'Child of Courage', Bradley Lowry. Chapters: 00:00 01:08 - Greatest Strike Partner 07:21 - Growin…

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#OnTheJudy Podcast - 'The Sun newspaper said I had the worst group of friends" Saido Berahino S3 E2 1:07:27

9M ago1:07:27

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In the 2nd installment of Season 3, Mr Era sits down with ex West Brom ace, Saido Berahino. They touch on everything from fleeing his native Burundi as a child to receiving political asylum in Birmingham and all the madness followed. Berahino credits football with helping him integrate into English society and providing a better for him and his fam…

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#OnTheJudy Podcast - 'When Klopp joined it was hammy central' - Joe Gomez S3 E1 1:06:51

10M ago1:06:51

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In the premiere episode of this series, Era sits down with arguably one of the most gifted English defenders of his generation, Joe Gomez. Gomez speaks on the Klopp’s transformation of Liverpool FC after Brendan Rodgers and their famous comeback against Barcelona in the Champions League. X: @Total_media_pro Instagram: @totalmedia_productions See om…

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S3E4 - Rugby Star Danny Cipriani shares his battles with depression, suicidal thoughts and the tragic loss of close friend Caroline Flack. 1:08:08

10M ago1:08:08

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In this latest episode of Under The Surface, host Smithy and co-host Leon McKenzie are joined by Danny Cipriani, the English rugby union player who bravely discusses his lifelong struggles with acceptance and mental health. Danny opens up about the difficulties surrounding his upbringing and troublesome teenage years where he felt like an outsider …

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S3E3 - Jack Fincham, the winner of Love Island 2018, talks about his struggles with anxiety and money problems since winning the show. 53:49

1y ago53:49

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In this latest episode of Under The Surface, we talk to Jack Fincham, the winner of Love Island 2018 and current British boxer who bravely discusses his battles with anxiety from an early age, as well as his struggles since winning the hit ITV show. In the third episode of the new series, Smithy is joined by a new co-host, former Premier League foo…

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Joe Cole - An English double in Europe? 48:41

1y ago48:41

48:41

Joe Cole joins Michael Calvin, Jonathan Northcroft and Miguel Delaney to discuss the Conference League and Champions League finals. They pay tribute to the tactical diversity of modern Italian teams, but foresee redemption for West Ham's David Moyes, and a milestone achievement by Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri…

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Christian Eriksen - Football as Art 57:27

1y ago57:27

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Manchester United's Christian Eriksen joins Michael Calvin to look forward to the FA Cup final, and to give an insight into his instinctive approach to the game. Seb Stafford Bloor and Tony Hodson dwell on the implications of Manchester City's dominance, assess their natural challengers, and discuss the bouncebackability of this season's relegated …

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Roy Hodgson - Lessons of a Lifetime 1:01:55

1y ago1:01:55

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On the eve of perhaps the last game in a 47 year career, Roy Hodgson, at 75, offers Michael Calvin a masterclass in management and coaching. His impact on club and country is assessed by Paul Hayward and Dominic Fifield, who also discuss relegation, elite football's lack of romanticism, and the need for a militant approach to racial abuse. Hosted o…

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Marco Silva - The Coming Man 57:29

1y ago57:29

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Marco Silva, shortlisted for the Premier League Manager of the year award joins Michael Calvin to discuss his influences, achievements, and trademark intensity. John Cross and Miguel Delaney praise his maturity at Fulham, and take an all-encompassing look at the challenges facing modern football, in the light of Manchester City's domination. Hosted…

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Michail Antonio - Don't Crumble 52:13

1y ago52:13

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West Ham striker highlights the importance of winning a European trophy, and looks to the past and the future with Michael Calvin.. Paul Hayward and David Preece dwell on the lessons of his career, the significance of Manchester City's Champions League return leg against Real Madrid, and a rapidly developing race to avoid relegation. Hosted on Acas…

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Steve Cooper - Summoning the Spirit of Clough 57:24

1y ago57:24

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Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper gives Michael Calvin an insight into the principles and pressures involved in the attempt to stay in the Premier League. Jonathan Northcroft and Tony Hodson praise his approach, and assess Forest's relegation rivals before dwelling on the problems faced by Frank Lampard and Jurgen Klopp. Hosted on Acast. See a…

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Patrick Bamford - Marching On Together 52:02

1y ago52:02

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Leeds striker Patrick Bamford gives Michael Calvin a timely insight into the strains of the scramble to avoid relegation. Lucy Ward and Adrian Clarke assess their chances of survival, and reach an identical conclusion : Manchester City will be Premier League champions for the third successive season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more …

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S3E2 - Former professional footballer turned TV star Ashley Cain, discusses his daughter's passing, along with his daily struggle with grief and loss. 1:09:28

1y ago1:09:28

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In this latest episode of Under The Surface, we talk to former professional footballer turned TV star Ashley Cain, who bravely opens up on how he's dealing with the tragic loss of his 8-month-old daughter Azaylia, to cancer two years ago. In this powerful new episode of the third series, hosts Smithy and Marvin Sordell talk to Ashley about Azaylia'…

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Tyrone Mings - The Emery Effect 51:12

1y ago51:12

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Aston Villa defender Tyrone Mings joins Michael Calvin to discuss the impact of Unai Emery's coaching, and his rise from Academy reject to England international. John Cross and Richard Amofa assess Villa's chances of European qualification, look forward to the FA Cup semi finals, and suggest Arsenal will fail to prevent Manchester City winning a tr…

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Erik Ten Hag - Rebuilding Manchester United 51:53

1+ y ago51:53

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With a treble still possible, Erik Ten Hag gives Michael Calvin an insight into the influences and philosophy shaping a successful first season as Manchester United manager. Jonathan Northcroft and David Preece assess his impact in the context of the unique threat represented by Manchester City, who will never have a better chance to win the Champi…

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Sean Dyche - Survive And Thrive 56:18

1+ y ago56:18

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Everton manager Sean Dyche joins Michael Calvin to discuss the specifics of Premier League survival. Miguel Delaney and Dominic Fifield endorse his qualities, as they examine the nine team struggle to avoid relegation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Paul Barber - Keeping the Dream Alive 57:21

1+ y ago57:21

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Michael Calvin discusses the principles of football leadership, and Brighton's elevation from near-extinction with the club's chief executive, Paul Barber. They are joined by Paul Hayward and Tony Hodson, who examine the race for a top four place in the light of Tottenham's implosion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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S3E1 - Comedian Romesh Ranganathan opens up about his own personal struggles with depression and grief 1:07:41

1+ y ago1:07:41

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Comedian, Actor and TV Host Romesh Ranganathan is the first guest for the new season, produced by Original Penguin and Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM). Romesh joined hosts Smithy (Sky Sports) and Marvin Sordell, a fellow CALM ambassador and former footballer, to discuss his own personal struggles with depression and grief. The BAFTA-winnin…

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Chris Wilder - The Fireman Manager 53:44

1+ y ago53:44

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Chris Wilder joins Michael Calvin to discuss the role of Firemen managers, a role undertaken by him at Watford and by Roy Hodgson at Crystal Palace. Adrian Clarke and David Preece discuss the pressures and practicalities of the job, which reflects the increasing financial importance of promotion to, and survival in, the Premier League. Hosted on Ac…

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James Milner - Manager in the Making 1:01:26

1+ y ago1:01:26

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James Milner discusses the pros and cons of a coaching career with Michael Calvin, as Liverpool face a summer of change. They're joined by Miguel Delaney and Dominic Fifield, who look forward to the quarter final draw in the Champions League, assess the last eight in the FA Cup, and criticise a bloated 2026 World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com…

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Marvin Sordell - Football's Fragile Mental Health 1:01:45

1+ y ago1:01:45

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With pressure on managers and players reaching unprecedented levels, campaigner Marvin Sordell joins Michael Calvin to discuss football's approach to mental health. Anne Marie Batson and Adrian Clarke offer their views, and also consider the fallout from the Champions League for Chelsea, Spurs and PSG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor…

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Emi Martinez - Touching the Sky 56:13

1+ y ago56:13

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World Cup winner Emi Martinez gives Michael Calvin a unique insight into the mentality that has made him, in the eyes of FIFA, the world's best goalkeeper. Goalkeeping coach David Preece and Richard Amofa assess his impact, and address a range of domestic issues, including the rise and rise of Manchester United under Erik Ten Hag. Hosted on Acast. …

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Unai Emery - Pride, Passion, And Purpose 1:07:50

1+ y ago1:07:50

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Aston Villa manager Unai Emery gives Michael Calvin a fascinating insight into why the Basque region is producing so many influential coaches. John Cross and Tony Hodson assess his impact, and look at the background to Sunday's League Cup final between Newcastle and Manchester United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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David Moyes - 25 years and counting 54:47

1+ y ago54:47

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No current manager has been in charge of more Premier League games than David Moyes. He shares his unrivalled experience with Michael Calvin, Paul Hayward and Jonathan Northcroft in an episode that touches on Manchester City's title challenge, Liverpool's chance for renewal in the Champions League, and the need to address the increasingly obvious f…

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Martin O'Neill - A Life in Football 55:22

1+ y ago55:22

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Michael Calvin, Miguel Delaney and Dominic Fifield discuss football's future, in the light of the charges laid against Manchester City. The return of the Champions League highlights the achievements of this week's guest Martin O'Neill, who won the European Cup with Nottingham Forest in successive seasons under Brian Clough before embarking on a ste…

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Aaron Ramsdale - The Art of Goalkeeping 1:00:49

1+ y ago1:00:49

1:00:49

Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale joins Michael Calvin to discuss Mikel Arteta's empathetic management, his rivalry with Jordan Pickford, and daring to dream of a Premier League title. Goalkeeping coach David Preece and former Arsenal player Adrian Clarke add their expert opinion on a range of current issues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy …

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Jurgen Klopp - Life Lessons at Liverpool 54:12

1+ y ago54:12

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Jurgen Klopp gives Michael Calvin an insight into the demands of modern football, and discusses the next phase of his management of Liverpool. Miguel Delaney and Tony Hodson offer their views on a potential rebuild, and compare Klopp with another recent guest on the Football People Podcast, Pep Guardiola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for …

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Pep Guardiola - The Man Behind the Manager 51:57

1+ y ago51:57

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Pep Guardiola gives Michael Calvin an intriguing insight into his personal and professional philosophies in the latest Football People Podcast. Paul Hayward and Jonathan Northcroft discuss his relationship with Mikel Arteta, the characteristics of great coaches, and the intensifying pressure on managers at the wrong end of the Premier League table.…

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Graham Potter - Football is Like Life 57:37

1+ y ago57:37

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Graham Potter opens up on the pressures of managing Chelsea when he joins Michael Calvin on the latest Football People podcast. Dominic Fifield and Anne Marie Batson agree that he should be given time to build a new team. The panel also focuses on the Manchester and North London derbies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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End Of Year Review 1:01:23

1+ y ago1:01:23

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Michael Calvin is joined by David Preece, Miguel Delaney and Adrian Clarke on a special edition of the Football People podcast. They reflect on the World Cup, and assess the season so far, with contributions from Mikel Arteta, Emma Hayes, Graham Potter, David Weir, Frank Lampard, Jamie Vardy, Brendan Rodgers, Patrick Vieira and Professor Simon Chad…

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Professor Simon Chadwick - An Era-Defining World Cup 57:27

1+ y ago57:27

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Michael Calvin is joined on the Football People podcast by Professor Simon Chadwick, who outlines the game's future in the context of a hugely significant World Cup in Qatar. Paul Hayward and Dominic Fifield analyse his observations, and discuss the chances of Lionel Messi confirming his greatness in Sunday's final against France. Hosted on Acast. …

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David Weir - Searching for Football's Raw Diamonds 1:06:31

1+ y ago1:06:31

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David Weir, Brighton's technical director, joins Michael Calvin to discuss the global search for football talent, in the context of the first Arab World Cup. Tony Hodson and Richard Amofa provide additional insight, previewing the quarter finals. Do you agree with the panel's predictions for the last four? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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Tom Young - Southgate's Winning Mindset 58:14

1+ y ago58:14

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With England preparing to face Senegal in the knockout stages in Qatar, leading sports psychologist Tom Young joins Michael Calvin on the latest Football People podcast. Paul Hayward and Jonathan Northcroft concur with Young's positive assessment of Gareth Southgate's management, and name England among four teams who could win this World Cup. Hoste…

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Luke Williams - How the Other Half Live 57:44

1+ y ago57:44

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Notts County attracted a sell out 16,500 crowd last weekend. Luke Williams, their head coach, joins Michael Calvin, David Preece and Adrian Clarke on the latest Football People podcast. They discuss County's analytical approach, FIFA's political power plays, Manchester United's sale and England and Wales' next games in Qatar.not Hosted on Acast. Se…

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Glenn Hoddle - World Cup Preview 1:04:55

1+ y ago1:04:55

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Glenn Hoddle shares World Cup memories, as a fan, player and manager, with Michael Calvin in the latest edition of the Football People podcast. Jonathan Northcroft, in Qatar, and Tony Hodson agree with Glenn's prediction that Brazil will win, and also examine the controversy swirling around the tournament. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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S2E3 - Michail Antonio - West Ham's all-time Premier League leading goalscorer discusses his mental health struggles while playing and his own battles with depression 45:33

1+ y ago45:33

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We all have our own story to tell and you never know what is going on in someone's life #UnderTheSurface. West Ham United's Michail Antonio is the latest guest on the Under the Surface podcast, hosted by Original Penguin and suicide prevention charity CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably). The podcast brings people together from the world of spo…

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Owen Hargreaves - The Inside Track 1:06:04

1+ y ago1:06:04

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Owen Hargreaves joins Michael Calvin to discuss the mentality of England's Golden Generation, the breeding ground of the Bundesliga, and the prospects of Gareth Southgate's squad in Qatar. John Cross and Dominic Fifield add their insight into a controversial World Cup, and examine the implications of Liverpool being up for sale. Hosted on Acast. Se…

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Jamie Vardy - Never Give Up 57:48

1+ y ago57:48

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Jamie Vardy, released at 16, Premier League record breaker at 35, shares the secrets of his career with Michael Calvin in the latest Football People podcast. Ex-pros Adrian Clarke and David Preece assess his impact, and look forward to the knockout stages of the Champions League. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Patrick Vieira - Taking it to the Streets 56:48

1+ y ago56:48

56:48

Crystal Palace manager Patrick Viera talks to Michael Calvin on the latest Football People podcast about the potential of the South London talent pool, and a new generation of street footballers. Miguel Delaney and Richard Amofa outline the value of his empathetic approach, and look at Unai Emery's replacement of Steven Gerrard at Aston Villa. Host…

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Brendan Rodgers - Managing Under Pressure 52:20

1+ y ago52:20

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Brendan Rodgers tells Michael Calvin how he deals with the constant pressure of people calling for him to be sacked at Leicester. Paul Hayward and David Preece join them in the latest edition of the Football People podcast to discuss intensity of expectation, and the way managers are sacrificed in the modern game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri…

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Frank Lampard - Regret, Reflection & Renewal 55:26

2y ago55:26

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Everton manager Frank Lampard joins Michael Calvin on the latest Football People podcast, to reflect on the lessons of his career. Jonathan Northcroft and Dominic Fifield assess his impact on Merseyside, and the implications of Newcastle applying new-found financial and political muscle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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