The Famous Sloping Pitch with Nick Hancock and Chris England

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Nick Hancock and Chris England are old friends who have both been struck by the same soul-shattering thought: "how is it that everything that has changed about football since I started watching it has made it a little bit more s**t?". Have they just been watching football for too long, or are they actually onto something? With the help of some excellent guests from the worlds of comedy and football, they aim to find out. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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    Ep. 4.36 - Jesus, Can I Have Your Shirt?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 71:02


    Nick and Chris discuss Liverpool's title win, Wrexham's continued rise and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.35 - Pope Gianni I

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 74:07


    Nick and Chris discuss Jamie Vardy's legacy at Leicester, Gary Lineker's departure from MOTD and - of course - some Oldham s***e.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.34 - You're Going Down, Fat Boy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 68:28


    Nick and Chris discuss Tottenham's dressing room leaks, the ambitious plans for the 2030 World Cup and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.33 - A Strop and A Flounce

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 65:00


    Nick and Chris discuss Prince William's growing passion for the game, Brazil's interesting new ban on standing on the ball and, of course, some Oldham s***e.  —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.32 - Grabbing an Opponent's Nose

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 73:35


    Nick and Chris discuss the peril of April Fool's Day when it comes to football, the manipulation of the transfer window to suit certain clubs and, of course, some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.31 - Gordon Kennedy: Red or Dead

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 75:58


    Friend of the show Gordon Kennedy is back to tell Nick and Chris about the new football play he's currently in, plus there's the usual round up of the week including, of course, some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.30 - A Fragrance of Absurdity

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 62:46


    Nick and Chris discuss Newcastle's cup win, Prince William's refreshingly authentic fandom and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.29 - The Jonathan Pearce Manoeuvre

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 73:42


    Nick and Chris discuss the ‘uncheery' side of football, the balance of highlights and analysis on Match Of The Day and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.28 - A Trump/Ronaldo Ticket

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 73:01


    Nick and Chris discuss the new eight second rule, the upcoming half-time show at the World Cup final and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.27 - Rüdigeritis

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 72:44


    Nick and Chris discuss why Gene Hackman's passing is bad news for Arsenal, Manchester United's financial woes and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.26 - Ineos, Outeos, Shake It All Abouteos.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 69:39


    Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss Thomas Tuchel's remote working situation, more chaos at Old Trafford, and of course, some Oldham sh*t. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.25 - The Designated Piss Fence

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 73:33


    Nick and Chris discuss the influence of the Super Bowl on football, the controversy surrounding Luis Rubiales and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    A Message From Chris

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 6:02


    Nick's just ill, don't worry. Normal service resumes next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.24 - Fish Cakes On The Pitch

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 66:54


    Nick and Chris discuss the changing dynamics of the Premier League, some recent curious refereeing decisions and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.23 - Shape Up or F**k Off

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 69:39


    Nick and Chris discuss Denis Law's legacy, hyperbole in football commentary and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.22 - Mike Dean's In Town

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 71:43


    Nick and Chris discuss the new MOTD line-up, an incredible story about a falconer at Lazio and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.21 - I Want 2024 Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 68:56


    Nick and Chris talk Musk, Postecoglou and - of course - some Oldham s***e as the new year gets well underway. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.20 - Opening A Donkey Sanctuary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 68:04


    Nick and Chris discuss the January transfer window, Stoke's tumultuous Christmas and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.19 - Could Gary Lineker run the country?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024 76:11


    Nick and Chris discuss the future of Match Of The Day, Kyle Walker's dive and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.18 - Massive Budget of Evil

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 70:14


    Nick and Chris discuss FIFA's latest superb decision, Arsenal's set piece strategy and - of course - some Oldham s***e. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.17 - Alf Ramsey's Suitcase

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 69:48


    Nick and Chris discuss David Beckham's royal engagement, FIFA's human rights record and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.16 - The Rise of Ruben

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2024 64:19


    Nick and Chris discuss the aftermath of the international break, Frank Lampard's return to coaching and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.15 - A Delightful Mystery

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 72:39


    Nick and Chris discuss football superstitions, the implications of the Nations League Format and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.14 - Taking a break from international football

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2024 70:09


    Nick and Chris discuss referee misconduct, Gary Lineker's departure from Match Of The Day and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.13 - Democracy Doesn't Work

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 68:41


    Nick and Chris question the integrity of FIFA (…!), discuss the impact of this week's election on football and of course, there's some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.12 - A Cartoon Horse

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 71:00


    Nick and Chris discuss the ‘longest sacking in history', the absurdity of half and half scarves and - of course - some Oldham s***e.  —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.11 - Rihanna at Tranmere Rovers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 69:58


    Nick and Chris discuss Duncan Ferguson's travails, David James' efforts to be charitable and - of course - some Oldham s***e. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.10 - Fergie time's finally up

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 64:13


    Nick and Chris discuss England's new manager, the ever evolving FA Cup format and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.9 - Ronaldo's New Fragrance

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2024 63:27


    Nick and Chris discuss the joy of the international break, Jürgen Klopp's new role at Red Bull and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.8 - Too Many Podcasts

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 71:56


    Nick and Chris discuss Manchester United's continued struggles under Ten Hag, whether Cole Palmer represents the next generation of footballers and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.7 - Remembering Ceefax

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 62:20


    Nick and Chris discuss refereeing controversies, the future of Everton and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.6 - The Pantomime World of Stoke City

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024 63:14


    Nick and Chris discuss the Hollywood Derby (Wrexham v Birmingham), player strikes and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.5 - Barrow's Bizarre Bonuses

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 61:20


    Nick and Chris discuss England's latest exploits, San Marino's first competitive win and - of course - some Oldham s***e. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.4 - Kevin Day is back!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 82:29


    Nick and Chris are joined by friend of the show Kevin Day who discusses everything from ticket prices to Nigel Farage's claim he's a Palace fan…plus, as ever, some Oldham sh**e. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.3 - Seven Lungs

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 69:42


    Nick and Chris discuss their issues with the Carabao Cup, the downfall of Jermaine Jenas and - of course - some Oldham shite.  —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.2 - Ronaldo at the Queen Vic

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 65:48


    Nick and Chris discuss Cristiano Ronaldo's YouTube channel, bogey grounds and - of course - some Oldham shite. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 4.1 - A Circus Of Disappointment

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 71:23


    Nick and Chris kick off a new season with their usual brand of optimism, discussing the lack of exciting transfers, rising ticket prices and - of course - some Oldham shite.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 3.41 - My Beloved Saints

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2024 71:44


    In the last episode of the current season, Nick and Chris discuss Ian Wright's departure from Match of the Day, Lionel Messi's napkin and - of course - some Oldham shite.  —————————————— FEAR NOT, though - there will be more episodes over the summer! Huzzah! You can find new episodes of FSP Backpass by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 3.40 - Wear four out there, Romero

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 68:30


    Nick and Chris discuss the upcoming VAR vote, the reduction of FA Cup coverage on terrestrial TV and - of course - some Oldham shite. —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 3.39 - Bonkers!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 68:19


    Nick and Chris discuss the Impact of the Sky deal with the EFL, Jim Ratcliffe's behaviour as owner of Manchester United and - of course - some Oldham shite. —————————————— If you want more from Nick and Chris and would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 3.38 - Redesigning the camel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 65:56


    Nick and Chris share their outrage at the BBC Sport website, discuss the ongoing spending cap palaver and, of course, some Oldham shite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ep. 3.37 - Ronaldo has grown a beard

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 73:41


    Nick and Chris discuss the proposed Premier League spending cap, the new sticker books for the Euros and - of course - some Oldham shite.  —————————————— If you would like to support the podcast, you can do so by subscribing to our offering at anotherslice.com/famousslopingpitch.  For just £5 a month you'll get an ad-free version of the podcast every week PLUS fortnightly bonus episodes where we delve into seasons past and review them.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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