Terrace Memoirs

Bobby talks about his long history following Rangers both domestically and in Europe.

Dylan talks about his footballing life from his early years as a child to the present day in South Africa, taking in the journey from local football to his coaching career, including how he knocked on the door of a club secretary with an "I told you so" message, to playing while pissed at Ibrox and dealing with black magic in Africa.

Sarah talks about her experiences following south-west London club Sutton United, including travelling to away games by push bike for the 2010/11 season to raise money for the club's Community Trust (for which she received the Clubperson of the Year award) and cakes she bakes and gives away in exchange for a charitable donation during Saturday home games.

Kevin speaks passionately about his time supporting Crystal Palace, including some genuinely emotive memories, and about his link up with friend of the podcast Kieran Maguire on The Price of Football.

Mark talks all things Baggies (with a sprinkling of Stourbridge), his podcast "Project Football", and his memories of outpacing Don Goodman!

Kieran chats to me about his support for Brighton having watched them since the 1970s, the wariness required when following your team away in those times, and of course the troubled 90s. Kieran also talks at length about the financial health of the game more holistically, gives great insight into the way the game is run and what he thinks can and should be changed for the better.

Neil talks evocatively about his support for Blues dating back to the 1960's, and speaks in great detail about the ownership, financial and structural issues at the club.

Jon talks about his time supporting Reading, losing interest in the club post-sale to TSI, delving into the murky underworld of professional football with his work at Supporter's Trust at Reading and the Football Supporter's Federation. Jon also talks about his two Reading FC related books, The Sum Of The Parts which regales the building of the famous 106 team, and the Ultimate Reading FC Quiz Book.

Heather speaks to me aboutvher longstanding love of the Addicks and regales some great personal stories including her time on Chelsea's Shed End, and her favourite Charlton match at Highbury. We also delve in detail into the problems faced by Charlton in the 1980's and 2010's which includes a great section on football governance.

Tom speaks passionately about his love for the Grecians and their unique identity in a world of football clubs that take a very similar pathway. We also take a good verbal journey on governance in football, and very much pay tribute to two much loved Devon football personalities in Eamonn Dolan and Adam Stansfield.

A brilliant chat held at the Plough in Wanborough regarding the issues Swindon Town have had with ownership over recent years, as well as their support for the club.

Jane talks emotively about her support for Wimbledon FC and the continuation club, AFC Wimbledon, having been a supporter since 1994, including the move to Milton Keynes.

Christine provides a superb first hand account of the issues faced by the Seasiders from the early days of Owen Oyston's ownership, the closeness of the relationship with Valeri Belokon's legal team and her time as chair of Blackpool Supporter's Trust.

James gives a fans frank account of the effects of overspending in the National League and the issues faced by the Terras for over a decade afterwards. Insurance, burger buns and many other topics are discussed.

Evan and I talk in depth about his support for Leicester City from when he first went as a young kid, progressing through some of the most turbulent and exciting times watching the Foxes.

Millie talks to me about her time following Worcester City in person, Manchester Utd from afar and her personal experiences of sexism in football, including I think the most concerning anecdote to date in this series.

Andy recounts his experiences of watching Norwich City from a young age with his Carrow Road stewarding father to the present day, speaks of his love of football chants and the book he wrote on the subject titled We Lose Every Week, and his help with Along Come Norwich, the fans group helping with colour and tifo.

Caitlin gives a great account of her time supporting Newport County AFC and the work she undertakes on a voluntary basis for the club, as well as her love for Justin Edinburgh who tragically passed away two years ago. Caitlin also speaks about her experiences of sexism in football, giving a unique account from the press room.

Harry talks to me about his love if Portsmouth FC, including how he was introduced to the club by his steward father and how he did his bit in saving the club from being wound up. A longer episode than usual but an engaging listen all the same!!

Val talks about her history within the local game in Oxfordshire and Wiltshire, and talks ua through her 20+ year history as a volunteer at Shrivenham FC.

Amy talks to me about her love of the Swans from afar, the difficulty following a football club while working in the theatre industry, her experiences being taken to Manchester Utd as a child and the sexist abuse she has received as a female follower of football.

Eve recalls her memories of supporting Bristol City, her life as an FA qualified coach and working within the game itself with Leicester City, and informs of her experiences of sexism from fans of other clubs.

Emily talks to me about her late supportership development despite a love for the game, her degree course in Football Business and Media taken at Wembley Stadium, and her recent discovery of Birmingham City.

Lucy gives a wonderful talk about her love of Rovers and speaks about her love of her recently departed Grandad. Lucy also speaks of her volunteering for Ashton Town FC and her involvement in the Her Game Too campaign.

Leah gives an engaging chat about her love for Bristol City and provides a frank account of her experiences of sexism in football.

Announcement and short discussion with Caz May & Lucy Ford of Her Game Too to help announce the commencement of Her Game Too Month.

Ryan regales his memories following Blackburn from afar, from Alan Shearer to the Venkys to Tony Mowbray and promotion from League 1. Also a shout out to the petition for additional tickets for the playoff finals:- https://www.change.org/p/the-football-association-make-the-efl-playoff-finals-test-events-with-25-capacity-like-fa-cup-final?recruiter=46058681&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=psf_combo_share_initial&utm_term=share_petition&recruited_by_id=57fd63f0-7df9-0130-eb4e-3c764e049b13

Lee Simpson talks about his time following the Cumbrians and England, the bond he has with his Dad and his friends, including being caught up in the infamous Marseille attacks and Wembley wins and defeats.

Paul and I delve into his world following Everton, joining the Navy, his route into Lancashire Constabulary and taking on the role as Preston North End Dedicated Football Officer.

Bristol Rovers fan Caz May joins me to talk of her experiences following the Gas from 2007, her podcasting and blogging, and also provides a very open and honest account of her thoughts and feelings of a tumultuous 2021 so far as a result of sustained online bullying.

A quick 9 minute viewpoint about the aftermath of the European Super League.

Dave Lacey speaks about his support for Chelsea dating back to the early 70's, as well as his time following Borussia Mönchengladbach when in Germany.

We look into the world of Amanda Jacks early Woking days and her dive into West Ham Utd, before delving into her role as a full-time caseworker for the Football Supporters Association. (Apologies for the delay and overlap with the discussion!)

We talk all things Reading from 1985, from Sir John Madejski to a full on Brian McDermott love in, and what it was like to live with Brendan Rodgers.

Neil and I delve into his world of football supporterdom, ranging from Star Wars figures on Elm Park's Southbank to promotions following both Reading and Maidenhead Utd. We also look into his full time role at the Magpies and an epic train awayday to Truro City.

Jamie and I look back at how he, coming from a non-footballing family, first started supporting Reading, going to his first game and his experiences since, and attempt to follow his path to following England, the friendships formed and the family relationships reinforced along the way.