Sport + Life

Keith's second appearance on the pod and a great listen for people interested in fitness: we talk about knee rehab, the pros and cons of running, rep range for building muscle and things to consider for those of us attempting to stay strong and fit into middle age. Also consider sleep and how having babies in the house may have to change our exercise plans and out expectations of our capacity. https://keithirvinept.co.uk

In February 2019, Gareth joined the podcast to discuss being a professional rugby union player with Gloucester. After that conversation Gareth's life moved quickly - he signed for Ospreys and then Leicester Tigers before being forced to retire suddenly following a training-ground concussion in November 2021.In early September 2025, Gareth sat down with me to discuss his new career as a Financial Advisor, based in Cheltenham. The idea of identity and career shift has fascinated me for years - particularly, as a sports journalist, the shift pro athletes have to make into a new life. Hope you enjoy this one - hope for all of us contemplating career change. Also, towards the end of the conversation some great tips on pensions and financial management.

Old School Soccer Stories 9:Kevin Phillips was rated too small to be a striker so played right back at Southampton. Then headed back to semi-pro football after being released as an 18 year-old. Nine years later he was European golden boot winner, aided in that achievement by his classic strike partnership with the towering veteran Niall Quinn.The Quinn-Phillips partnership fired Sunderland to consecutive 7th place finishes and lives long in the memory of football fans - especially lifelong Sunderland fans like Sky Sports presenter Tom White. Tom talks us through those heady days for his club and why Sunderland didn't quite kick on to be a Premier League contender.

On the 20th of February 1991, Merseyside rivals Everton and Liverpool played out on one of the all-time great football matches. The FA Cup replayed finished 4-4. Four times Liverpool took the lead, four times Everton equalised.Tony Cottee watched the first 86 minutes from the subs bench. But then entered the frey to score two goals and send the tie to another replay.Fantastic to have Tony's crystal clear recollections of this epic night. My first experience of this was watching the highlights as a 9 year-old boy and the game has stuck with me ever since. It was also a significant time in English football history as two days later Sir Kenny Dalglish resigned as Liverpool manager and a near three-decade run of glory came to an end. 

On 26th May 1989 Arsenal pulled off the seemingly impossible task - beating Champions Liverpool at Anfield by two goals on the final day of the season to claim the title.John Cross - now a football writer for the Daily Mirror, then a beat journalist in North London - explains why he believes it's the most dramatic game in the history of English football and the best ever ending to a league season. John and Teddy also reflect on Liverpool's extraordinary success across different managerial reigns in the 60s, 70s, 80s and early 90s.

Manchester United historian and author Wayne Barton joins Teddy to talk about the strike partnership between Eric Cantona and Mark Hughes.The players formed an unorthodox combination to secure United the inaugural Premier League season (92-93) and the club's first league title since 1967.

On September 25th 2025 Saul Canelo Alvarez (63-2-2) and Terence Crawford (41-0) meet with the WBC, IBF and WBO Super Middleweight titles on the line. Spencer Fearon -aka Master Knowledge - is a former fighter and works as a boxing trainer, manager and pundit. Spencer gives his thoughts on the fight and why Crawford is an all-time great.

Ash is the co-founder and editor of https://stroudtimes.com.He has also, as a reporter and co-commentator followed Forest Green Rovers for many years.In this conversation we talk about how FGR are shaping up under new manager Robbie Savage and also the hunger for 'hyper local' reporting.

In August 1994, Tottenham Hotspur people were having a tough time. A fine, a points deduction and a cup ban had put the club on the back foot. But manager Ossie Ardilles shifted to a front foot, all-out attack style as Spurs exploded into the new season at Hillsborough.The crescendo of the game centred on a new striker, who stole the show with a goal and a celebration to last the ages.The Famous Five was born. It didn't last long. But this swashbuckling team lives long in the memory. 

Football journalist Jon Palmer discusses Cameroon's historic and magical run to the quarter-finals of the 1990 World Cup, inspired by 38 year-old super sub Roger Milla.

A former editor of Boxing News, Tris is a hugely respected boxing journalist and author.In this episode Tris and Teddy discuss:* Boxers careers getting longer - re Usyk (38) and Pacquiao (46) both impressing this past weekend.* The issue of brain damage and how Tris reconciles with his son boxing * Social Media and YouTube merging with boxing (and the need for boxers to learn to build an online 'brand.'

This is a podcast shared from a new project of Teddy's called Old School Soccer Stories.In this episode, Teddy relives the moment David Beckham exploded onto the national consciousness in the summer of 1996.For more Old School Soccer Stories: https://oldschoolsoccerstories.substack.com

Jon Palmer is a journalist working for Gloucestershire Live and others - his main beat being Cheltenham Town FC.Jon also works as a journalism lecture at The University of Gloucestershire.In this episode, Jon updates us on the changing ownership situation at Cheltenham Town and hopes for the club's future.We also touch upon Robbie Savage taking over at Forest Green Rovers.

As a pro footballer Michael Duff played in the Premier League for Burnley and represented his country Northern Ireland. He's since managed Cheltenham Town, Barnsley, Swansea and Huddersfield.

Teddy talks to distinguished boxing writer Don McRae about his new book 'The Last Bell: Life, Death and Boxing.' The book and the conversation covers Don's conflicted feelings towards the sport.

Max is a qualified Doctor with a decade's experience as a General Practitioner in the UK.Two years ago,following the turnaround of his own health due to testosterone replacement therapy, Max began working as a consultant for Alphagenix and other companies.His main work involves assessing and treating hormonal deficiencies, as well as advising on lifestyle factors such as exercise, sleep, nutrition, supplementation and stress management.Here we talk about the impact testosterone has made to the lives of his patients.Follow Max on Instagram: dr_max_draper

Nick Gazzard is a former Cheltenham Town football player. Nick founded The Hollie Gazzard Trust in the wake of his daughter, Hollie being murdered in 2014 by an ex. This year Nick was awarded an OBE for his work tackling violence against women. He also works with young men to help them imagine a healthy sense of masculinity. More info: https://holliegazzard.org/project/nick-gazzard/

Steph is the Founder & Chair of Trustees of The Archie Matthews Trust.The Archie Matthews Trust was set up by the Matthews family in 2024 in response to the loss of Archie - Steph's son - to suicide. Archie had ADHD and Autism.The Trust's mission: To raise awareness of young men's mental health challenges and neurodiversity, and providing support for young men.

Ross Mitchell is a fitness expert, with a wide-ranging experience of training athletes and regular people. Here we discuss the psychological adjustments needed for sedentary people to begin to move.

Chris Coley, a highly successful businessman has been enmeshed in a huge range of sports in Gloucestershire for many decades. As a player, administrator and benefactor Chris has helped professional and amateur sport from cricket, to rugby to football and horse racing. In The New Year Honours List, Chris was recognised for his service with the awarding of The British Empire Medal.

Teddy discusses why so many fitness resolutions fall by the wayside before January is out and why more modest - but sustainable - new habits could be the key to a longterm health boost.

Teddy talks through some festive food and fitness tips to maximise fun and prevent derailing you too far from the healthy track. Leaning into meat (or plant protein etc) and veg (fibre) is a big one!

Teddy sits down for a conversation with Gloucester Rugby Chairman and Chairman of The Cheltenham Racecourse Martin St Quinton. In a revealing chat, Martin explains why pro rugby union and horse racing are in very different states of financial health - and how he thinks rugby can become more sustainable.

Hello! Teddy here. Thank you for your support listening to Sport and Life all these years! I have now started a new fitness and healthy lifestyle podcast - Training with Teddy - to complement my work as a Fitness and Lifestyle Coach. You can find the new pod here on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4akKJ3Dfube0mwtGpDntXt On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/training-with-teddy/id1742737023 To Follow me on X: @teddydraper Inst: @teddydrapersport For details of my remote fitness and lifestyle coaching - I'd love to work with you: https://drapermedia.co.uk/training-with-teddy

In light of the sad passing of Andreas Brehme, Sports broadcasters Tom and Teddy run through their top 5 German players since 1990. Ballack, Voller, Klinsmann, Klose, Lahm, Ozil and more are discussed. #podcast #football #soccer #germanfootballers #germanfootball #bundesliga

Sports broadcasters Teddy (a Man United fan) and Tom ( a Sunderland fan) run through their top 5 Manchester United players since 1990. Hughes, Cantona, Rooney, Cole and Ferdinand all get a mention. Remember for 35% off D-Rock clothing, use the discount code SAL35 at https://d-rock.uk/ #football #soccer #manchesterunited #mufc #cantona #ronaldo #rooney

Rory Macfadyen is co-founder of Reflo - the sustainable performancewear brand that turns single-use plastics destined for landfill and discarded coffee grounds into technical sports apparel. In this episode, Rory chats to Teddy and Tom about the brand and how the England captain Harry Kane has come on board as a brand ambassador. Rory is also a huge Southampton fan and he runs his through his top-5 Saints players of all-time. Messrs Le Tissier and Benali obviously feature, but some surprises too. ******** #football #90sfootball #reflo #sustainability #sustainableclothing

After a relatively quiet January Transfer Window, Teddy and Tom reminisce about some of the shock transfers of yesteryear. As ever, big focus on 90s football. The 'White Feather,' Figo and 'The Bald Eagle' feature as does Tino Asprilla's move to a black-and-white-wearing NE club that DIDN'T happen. The fellas are pleased to announce this week that the podcast has begun a collaboration with the d-rock clothing brand. Big thank you to Rumni and his team for offering listeners 35 % off with the discount code SAL35 at https://d-rock.uk/ ************************ #transfers #football #90sfootball #shocktransfers #middlesbroughfc #crystalpalace

Michael Bridge is a longstanding sports reporter on Sky Sports News, covering transfers on the channel for more than a decade. Michael has also written books on Tottenham Hotspur and works as a presenter of darts on Sky Sports too. In this episode we run through his top 5 Spurs' players of his era, beginning with Paul Gascoigne. To follow Michael on X: @MichaelBridge_ #Tottenham #spurs #football #sport #90sfootball #Gazza

Sports Broadcasters reflect on 21 years of the January Transfer Window - and pick their best January signings. #football #podcast #transferwindow

With Christmas in the air, Sports broadcasters Teddy Draper and Tom White run through their favourite football-related presents. Pencil cases, shirts, shell suits, Subbuteo and more discussed. ********** To sign up to Teddy's FREE health and fitness newsletter for the new year: https://drapermedia.co.uk/training-with-teddy

Teddy talks about SMART goals, particularly the specific element. Vital for athletes but do everyday people need them just to get fitter and stronger? Is not incorporating regular exercise into their lives not the key? *********** Looking to optimise your immunity? For 30% off your first purchase and 10% discount ongoing with Cytoplan's food-based supplements use the discount code DRAPER10R at https://www.cytoplan.co.uk/ For Teddy's FREE health and fitness newsletter starting Jan 2024: https://drapermedia.co.uk/training-with-teddy --

Sports Broadcasters Tom and Teddy discuss footballers and managers who've represented Manchester United and Sunderland over the past 30 years. Roy Keane, Dwight Yorke, John O'Shea and more! To join the conversation on X: @teddydraper & @tomwhitemedia

As we enter the season of giving - and receiving - stuff, Teddy runs through new research revealing the health benefits of de-cluttering. Teddy is releasing a FREE health and fitness newsletter in 2024 and will be available for remote personal training for busy men - sign up here: https://drapermedia.co.uk/training-with-teddy

Sports Broadcasters Teddy Draper and Tom White run through their World 5aside teams - selecting global players from 1990 onwards. To join the conversation on X: @teddydraper @tomwhitemedia

In this short solo edition Teddy talks about research into the health and relaxation boosting effects of laughter. Teddy also explains how his schedule as a sports broadcaster sometimes prevents him 'having a laugh' with mates and that's when he turns to comedy. Teddy will be releasing a FREE newsletter for busy men looking to get fitter and healthier in 2024 - sign up here: https://drapermedia.co.uk/ And he'll also be offering a remote personal training service to a small group of gents. Email hello@drapermedia.co.uk to find out more.

Tony Wrighton is a TV and radio broadcaster, podcaster and author specialising in NLP and health and wellbeing. Tony worked with Teddy and Tom at Sky Sports for many years and in this episode the men talk: swimming in the sea, sleep, burnout and social connection. PLUS Tony runs through his 5 Queens Park Rangers heroes. To find out more about Tony's books, podcast and courses: https://www.tonywrighton.com/

Tom and Teddy talk football - past and present - with former England, West Brom, Sheffield Wednesday, Leeds United, Southampton, Nottingham Forest and Coventry midfielder Carlton Palmer.

As well being a sports broadcaster, co-host of the pod Teddy is a also a sports science graduate and qualified personal trainer. In this episode he runs through his tips on sleep after 20 years of shift work on radio and TV. To follow Teddy and/or to contact him about his remote personal training service: @teddydrapersport on Instagram or email hello@drapermedia.co.uk #sleep #caffeine #daylight #exercise

Sports Broadcasters Teddy Draper and Tom White discuss their top 5 dribblers with contributions from viewers/listeners. Messi, Maradona, Ronaldo (both), Romario, Kinkladze and more are mentioned! To join the conversation online follow the lads on X: @TeddyDraper and @tomwhitemedia

Sports broadcasters Teddy Draper and Tom White pick their all-time Premier League 11s. To join the conversation, comment here or head to @TeddyDraper and @tomwhitemedia on Twitter. #football #podcast #premierleague #footballhistory

Sports Broadcasters Tom White and Teddy Draper run through their favourite goalkeepers. Schmeichel, Campos, Higuita and many goalkeeping greats discussed! To join the conversation on X: @tomwhitemedia & @TeddyDraper

Scott and Steven Founded The Fitness Group in 2018. It's now become the UK's leading personal training course provider and they've most recently racked up an impressive £1.3m in turnover, following consistent year-on-year growth. The pair met playing football at school and have been best friends ever since, sharing a deep-rooted passion for sport and fitness. They launched the business whilst Scott was playing professional football in Scottish League One for Stranraer, as an attacking midfielder. Scott is now manager of Stranraer. The gents chat to Tom and Teddy about the business, but also Scottish Football and Scott and Steven share their all-time favourite players.

Sports Broadcasters Teddy Draper and Tom White discuss their top 5 English footballers with superb contributions from listeners. To join the discussion online on X/Twitter: @teddydraper @tomwhitemedia

Sports broadcaster Pete Graves chats to Tom and Teddy about his new Newcastle-United-themed book Here to Compete. The book is out at the end of October. Pete also runs through his top 5 Newcastle heroes - who are all strikers! Tom asks a quiz question about the opening of the new Wembley too and the boys discuss a Newcastle 'football scenario.' To follow on X/Twitter and join the conversation: @petegravestv @tomwhitemedia @teddydraper

Sports broadcasters Tom White and Teddy Draper run thru their top 5 hardest footballers - the fair but tough men past and present. To contribute to the conversation on X (Twitter) @tomwhitemedia @TeddyDraper

Sports Broadcasters Teddy Draper and Tom White discuss the biggest surprises they've seen in football - including shock trophy winners, managerial moves, transfers and goals. To follow and contribute on Twitter/X: @teddydraper @tomwhitemedia

Sports Broadcasters Teddy Draper and Tom White discuss their top 5 Goal Poachers and run through listeners' contributions. Teddy also asks a quiz question about a teenager who moved to the Champions of England in 1991.

Sports Broadcasters Teddy Draper and Tom White run through their top 5 'Forgotten Premier League players' with fantastic contributions from listeners. From William Prunier to Maicon expect to be reminded of some PL stars and some forgotten support acts. To add to the discussion, comment below or contact Tom and Teddy on Twitter: @tomwhitemedia @TeddyDraper

It's deadline day week in the UK - football's summer transfer window crashes shut Friday night. To mark it, Tom and Teddy talk through their most significant signings - an eclectic range of players discussed, including a traditional right winger from Middlesbrough, a flamboyant Frenchman and a charismatic German.

Charlie first made a name for himself on the well-known reality TV series The Only Way is Essex, before going on to set up his own talent management agency HUGE, which represents elite boxers such as John Ryder, Conor Benn, Joe Cordina and Maisey Rose Courtney. Most recently, Charlie co-produced and co-starred in his family's first ever own reality TV series 'House of Sims', which documents the Sims family's life as they try and make it out in LA. Follow Charlie on Instagram: @charlessims_