 What is it like to be a Director of football at a professional football club? We see players and managers week in week out, but what really goes on in those boardrooms? How do they make the decisions that affect everything at the club, from which players to bring in, to what next season's shirt looks like, and how much to charge for season tickets.  This is ‘On Another Planet’ where Former Premier League player and Welsh international Robbie Savage finds himself facing these challenges everyday as Director of Football at Macclesfield Town (it really is another planet). He'll share his insights every week with Emma Jones, and a rotating panel of football experts, as they tackle the big issues through the lens of a football decision maker as well as answering your questions on the latest sporting news.  Think of this podcast as Diary of a CEO but for football… Diary of a DOF.  Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org
As Manchester City claim their fourth title in a row, Emma, Robbie & Fraser look at what it is that makes them so successful, and what Arsenal and other teams can do to try and stop the juggernaut they've become. Meanwhile, Robbie presents his awards of the season, while Emma finds herself increasingly nervous as her beloved Leeds are just 90 minutes away from returning to the top flight. Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Emma and Robbie are joined again by Fraser Fletcher as they preview the final weekend in the Premier League and discuss the impending vote on VAR. Plus, having failed to go up through the playoffs, Macclesfield are rebuilding their squad and finding agents demanding more from them than they can afford. Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the end, the Silkmen were unable to overcome Marine and now face another season battling to get promoted. Recorded the morning after the defeat, a distraught Robbie has no time to sulk as his work continues. But what impact does it all have on the club to have come so close and miss out? Then we turn our attention to the mixed fortunes of Robbies former teams, before heading to Scotland as nervous Rangers fan Fraser Fletcher prays for a miracle against Celtic. Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Silkmen have got to the playoff final, but Robbie's nerves got the better of him and he found himself unable to watch the closing stages of the game against Worksop. With everything coming down to 90 minutes on bank holiday Monday, will he be able to watch it unfold without any ability to influence events on the pitch? Then in the second part along with Fraser Fletcher, they discuss the suggestion that the entire Manchester United squad could be up for sale, and look at what could be the reasons for the rebirth of Jadon Sancho at Dortmund. We'll be back after the Play-Off Final with either an ecstatic or a very disappointed Robbie Savage. Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Silkmen have secured second place and now wait to find out who they will face in the promotion play-offs, but will all the nerves be too much for Robbie? And with a couple more league fixtures to go first, do they rest key players? Or maintain momentum, keeping them match fit, and in doing so risk injury? In the second part, Fraser Fletcher (@FrazFletcher) joins them to discuss that Nottingham Forest Tweet, Rangers making it to the first Old Firm Cup final in 25 years, and the sheer excitement of how close Coventry came to making history again. Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's been a mixed bag at Macc in the last 7 days with the women's team winning their league, while the men bowed out of the FA Trophy at the semi-final. And with the weather beginning to disrupt more and more matches, the club could find themselves having to play games every few days and then straight into the play-offs. And Robbie reveals he will not be able to handle the stress and watch the game, if they find themselves in a play-off final. In the second part, Fraser Fletcher (@FrazFletcher) joins them to discuss the Old Firm derby, and also how the later stages of both the Premier League and Champions League are impacted by that draw for Liverpool at Old Trafford. Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the back of a big home crowd against FC United, Robbie breaks down how the match day earnings can really make the difference to a club at this level. And with an FA Trophy semi-final just days away, games are coming thick and fast as the Silkmen also keep up the pressure on securing a vital playoff place. In the second part, Harry Watkinson (@HJWatkinson) joins them to discuss the jeopardy Everton find themself in and also to debate who will last longest in their job - Pochettino or Ten Haag? Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
How much money do you need to buy a football club? And how much does it cost just to keep the lights on? Find out the answer to these and many more questions as Robbie and Emma are joined by football club owner, Rob Smethurst in a very open and honest interview. In the second part, journalist Seb Sternik (@seb_sternik) steps in to preview the big showdown between Wales and Poland, and to talk about a video of Robbie that's gone viral in Poland. And why Robbie may live to regret throwing the ball at the biggest guy on the pitch... Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With the Silkmen losing their first game under the new manager at the weekend, and things getting very tight around the playoff places, Robbie is feeling the pressure. With injuries and suspensions starting to take their toll on the squad, and the budget already stretched he tells Emma how he is navigating his way through this tricky time to give the team the best possible chance of gaining promotion. And having turned up early for meeting with the bosses, manager Michael Clegg crashes the interview and in doing so reveals something he shares in common with Jonesy. In the second part Emma and Robbie discuss a couple of thrilling FA Cup ties with TeamTalk Journalist James Holland (@james_holland11 on X/Twitter). It's all in the latest episode of On Another Planet - follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With the Silkmen just 90 minutes away from Wembley, Robbie has got cup fever and is dreaming with the fans. Plus hear what happened when Love Island descended on Macclesfield, and listen as Mr Savage turns into Mr Sage Wisdom and tackles another of your dilemmas. In the second part, Emma and Robbie are joined by Football 365 journalist and Spurs fan Dave Tickner (@tickerscricket) to discuss a controversial non-penalty and more as the Premier League title race gets a whole lot tighter. Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With a new management team off and running for the Silkmen, Emma wants to know where and how you draw a line between the coaching staff and the Director of Football, and build an identity along the way. Then Sarah Winterburn joins them in the second half where no punches are pulled regarding Manchester United, while Liverpool once again find a way to hold onto that top spot. Finally, following last week's dilemma (or should that be Dial - Emma?) Robbie tries to get his head around another tricky social issue while Emma tries to explain it to him as simply as possible. Follow us on social media and submit your questions/sporting dilemmas: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Robbie and Emma are joined by Macclesfield owner Rob Smethurst who explains the challenge of finding a new manager in just two days. Then TeamTalk editor James Marshment joins them to look back at a memorable day for Klopp's kids, and some of the big games from the weekend. Plus a message from Dave reveals a softer side to Robbie... It's all in the latest episode of On Another Planet. Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the back of a big win that puts them in the play-off places, Robbie is on the hunt for players to boost Macclesfield's promotion challenge. With the transfer deadline just a few weeks away, could a certain Love Islander be in the frame? And after Harry Styles was spotted at Luton this weekend, Robbie reveals the celebrities that have been to watch the Silkmen, and how Emma's Grandad has had first-hand experience of the club's hospitality. Then Harry Watkinson (@HJWatkinson ) from TEAMtalk pops in to discuss the weekend's Premier League action and to share his fears of what could happen to his beloved Everton if they don't avoid the drop this season. And Robbie puts his weight behind the calls for Kobbie Mainoo to get a call-up to the England squad. It's all in the latest episode of On Another Planet - Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With Macclesfield through to the quarter-finals of the FA Trophy, Robbie is dreaming of white suits for the team, but it may have to stay a dream as he reveals just how much a cup run can cost a club. And with one eye on the playoffs he's having conversations with agents as he looks to add some more experience to the squad. Sarah Winterburn from Football 365 joins them to review the big stories from the latest round of Premier League fixtures, and to have a little dig at Robbie. Will David Moyes be looking for a new job this summer? Will anybody still be in the stadium to see him? Will United make those Champions League places? And was that 6 pointer against Luton too little too late for the Blades. Plus Robbie gets a Blue card as he's forgotten it's a very important day for someone on the team... Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Robbie recounts the story of how he became a Director of Football, and along with it the challenges, doubts and pressures he's encountered over the last few years. Looking ahead, the Silkmen play in the fifth round of the FA Trophy, but would they swap the road to Wembley for promotion? With just 2 points between the top three, TeamTalk Editor James Marshment pops in to review the big stories from the latest round of Premier League fixtures, and to agree on almost everything. Except maybe for Manchester United. Should Rob Edwards get Manager of the Season? Could Ross Barkley force his way back into the England camp? Are some people taking celebrations too far? And what can be done to turn things around at Chelsea? Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What is it like to be a Director of football at a professional football club? We see players and managers week in week out, but what really goes on in those boardrooms? How do they make the decisions that affect everything at the club, from which players to bring in, to what next season's shirt looks like, and how much to charge for season tickets. This is ‘On Another Planet' where Former Premier League player and Welsh international Robbie Savage finds himself facing these challenges everyday as Director of Football at Macclesfield Town (it really is another planet). He'll share his insights every week with Emma Jones, and a rotating panel of football experts, as they tackle the big issues through the lens of a football decision maker as well as answering your questions on the latest sporting news. Think of this podcast as Diary of a CEO but for football… Diary of a DOF. Follow us on social media and submit your questions: X: @planetsportbet IG: @planetsportbet Enter your world of Sport Betting at www.planetsportbet.com 18+ www.begambleaware.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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