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Kate Cross & Alex Hartley actually talk cricket as they look ahead to the 2025 Women's World Cup.They discuss Alex's not-so-smooth journey to India, why this World Cup could be the closest ever, and why Australia are still Alex's pick to win the competition. Plus, how Emma Lamb's “frightening” form can help England on their way to challenge for the title.Also, Crossy challenges Alex in ‘How well does Hartley remember her World Cup win?'
Crossy outs Zeinab & her mam for their behaviour!Zeinab tells us about her friends tradition of cuts & kicksJim-Jim has good news for pet loversCrossy brings us the funniest nana! Tom is todays player of FM104's ins2grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jim-Jim talked about a parking situation from the weekend with Crossy and Zeinab!Zeinab bumped into someone famous too but who?And we played FM104s Ins2Grand! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
"One Battle After Another" follows a former revolutionary in the United States who, after years of living off the grid in Northern California, must use old skills to rescue his daughter. PJ talks to Crossy about his chat with stars of the film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jim-Jim told us about the 'cook it yourself' sandwich!Crossy caught up wit Leo DiCaprio and Benicio Del Toro for the new One Battle after Another movieAnd Zeinab had the songs we all know from shows that weren't released! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alex Hartley is alongside Kate Cross to discuss Crossy's England future as she announces that her England contract hasn't been renewed. They also talk about Crossy's domestic dominance as she wins her THIRD trophy of the season as Lancashire win the One Day Cup.
Zeinab tells us the different nicknames she has - they are.... interesting....Crossy asks us about hotel weridnessJim-Jim plays us a TikToker that does a combo of voices & moviesFriend of the show Gavin James stops by for a chat about his new album and becoming a pub landlord!Carol is todays player of FM104's ins2grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Crossy went to see One Republic last night and ended up having a chat with Ryan Tedder ( well when we say chat we re stretching it)Zeinab found a tiktok on embarrassing stories - wait until you hear them! Jim-Jim told us about the Colin Farrell faux pas on american tv yesterday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kate Cross & Alex Hartley discuss the trials and tribulations of playing cricket towards the end of the season. They have their say on the awful abuse umpire Sue Redfern received after the T20 Blast Finals Day. Plus, Alex tells Crossy what a ‘productive day' looks like in the Hartley household.
Crossy talks about fads! We call a familiar voice to out them for jumping on one in particular!Jim-Jim tells us about Taylor Swift & MadonnaZeinab tells about a video from a special day!Ciara is today's player of FM104's Ins2grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Crossy told us about sounding like his mother over the weekend! It turns out we are all the same! Zeinab had a list of ways you'd know its getting more serious in your relationshipAnd we played FM104s Ins2grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Paper is about a young, idealistic editor is hired to save a struggling local newspaper from collapse and Crossy tells PJ about his chat with Domhnall Gleeson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jim-Jim plays a music mash up game!Crossy asks us about bed rotting!Zeinab tells us about the lengths people are going to to get rid of gaming obsessionsNikita was todays player of FM104's ins2grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alex Hartley & Kate Cross record an emergency pod as Crossy wins The Hundred with the Northern Superchargers!
Crossy spoke to the stars of the Thursday Club by Netflix and tells PJ about the new Netflix series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We caught up with Kevin McGahern ahead of The Traitors Ireland this weekend!We'd a funny chat about times to eat a burrito and do the lotto - is Crossy odd? And we played FM104s Ins2grand!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PJ finds out more about the movie and what Austin Butler and Zoe Kravitz stars said when they chatted to Crossy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How long is your thumb... A question Jim-Jim posed to the guys today! Revenue have some fake labubu news - Crossy told us about it And Zeinab talks about the make up trend about baggy make up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Zeinab brought an ADS quiz to the table today - Both Jim-Jim and Crossy felt they could win it outright! Jim-Jim wanted to ask a question about bikes and baskets! And Crossy chatted about a guy who spotted something in a Gavin and Stacey episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It turns out there's a TAG championship in the world where people compete! Jim-Jim had questions on the new whatsapp functions - who is using disappearing messages? And Zeinab was grossed out at how many nuggies Crossy ate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alex Hartley & Kate Cross discuss Crossy's omission from England's World Cup squad for the tournament in India & Sri Lanka next month. Crossy talks about the tough call from head coach Charlotte Edwards, as well as how she's coming to terms with the decision and how she's processed it whilst being in the middle of The Hundred with the Northern Superchargers.
Zeinab learnt something new..Crossy tells us some big red flags when it comes to kitchens!Jim-Jim brings us Kitkat news!Vicky is todays player of FM104's Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kate Cross & Alex Hartley convene in a hotel room the morning after Kate's winning start in The Hundred with the Northern Superchargers. Should there be substitutes in cricket, what would Alex call a pub if she opened one, and what loud bang what Crossy up in the middle of the night?How to get in touch: Email - noballspodcast@bbc.co.uk Text - 81111 WhatsApp - 0330 123 1826 Start your message with 'NOBALLS'
Alex Hartley and Kate Cross look ahead to The Hundred starting, with Crossy entering her third year at Northern Superchargers. They react to the dramatic finale to England's Test series against India at The Oval and Chris Woakes putting his body on the line for his side. Plus, Alex & Crossy go to see Oasis!
You'll never believe it, Charlie Sheen commented on the joke Jim-Jim told us 2 weeks ago! We'd a laugh about that! Crossy caught up with Pamela Anderson at the naked gun premiere and we played FM104s Ins2grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Yep Zeinab did say what she said during the Barney chat!!! Crossy and Zeinab also talked about those labubusAnd we nearly had an ins2grand winner!"! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PJ talks to Crossy about his chat with MK the dance music genius behind hits like "Dior" "17" and even "Push The Feeling On" and hears from Simon who met Kingishr the gems behind the hit of the year "Killeagh" when they were Live At The Marquee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What is the adulting task you dreaaaad doing?Zeinab is back from her friends wedding abroad and wait til you hear about it..MK is on the show for a chat! Crossy plays us the most awkward blunder from the interview !Ciara is todays player of FM104's Ins2grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alex Hartley & Kate Cross gauge the mood in the England camp ahead of their ODI series against India. They look at the England team being in transition as Charlotte Edwards' side look to bounce back from the T20 series defeat. Crossy discusses the increasing media scrutiny in the women's game and they also react to THAT West Indies innings which saw them bowled out for 27 against Australia. Plus, have you put crisps on a sandwich?
Crossy and Enya looked back at the book and gaming launches of the mid 00s from Harry Potter to Fifa! The guys talked about their driving tests and the driving test fails And they played another game of FM104s In2Grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Enya Martin joins Crossy this week while Jim-Jim and Zeinab are off! The guys talked about the amount of jocks people bring on holidays with themAnd we heard about a hotel that you can sleep with the lions in South Africa! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alex Hartley & Kate Cross are joined by Sam Perry and Ian Higgins, who you will know better as The Grade Cricketer.The globally known podcasters join Alex & Crossy to discuss the Women's Ashes, how the podcast came to be, and the differences between grade cricket in Australia and club cricket in England.Plus, do people actually know their names?
PJ Coogan and Crossy put on their capes and dissect James Gunn's bold new Superman film, asking if this is the hero the world needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We talked about the Gaeltacht this morning - Zeinab went twice but Crossy never went!Zeinab went through the Apple top streaming songs of all time And we played FM104s Ins2Grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We discuss the madness of sun lounger greed!Zeinab tells us about her bathroom decor - Crossy is SHOCKED!!!!!!Sarah is todays player of FM104's Ins2grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Crossy tells PJ watch F1 The Movie and watch it on the biggest screen possible, a story of a racing team getting from the back of the grid to Champion contenders. They also look ahead to how Denis Villeneuve will change James Bond Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Zeinab is back from her honeymoon this morning - Jim-Jim and Crossy picked up on one thing about her trip. Wait til you hear it! We also talked about Tiny Chef - poor chap has been axedAnd we played FM104s Ins2grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cillian Murphy produces, Alfie Williams shines, and the rage virus mutates—PJ & Crossy unpack the 28 Days Later sequel about a zombie virus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PJ talks to Crossy from FM104 about Echo Valley where a mother's secluded farm life turns into a desperate thriller when her troubled daughter arrives, covered in someone else's blood, forcing her to confront unthinkable choices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alex Hartley & Kate Cross speak to Richmond Cricket Club chairman Chris Goldie after THAT viral innings which saw his side bowled all out for two. Exclusively to No Balls, he reveals all that went on during the game, the circumstances behind the result, and the media attention the club received after it.Plus, they discuss Crossy reaching 100 ODI wickets in her 100th England appearance - becoming the second fastest England woman to do so. And, does Kate still have her appendix?Email us at: noballspodcast@bbc.co.uk
Jim-Jim and Crossy talked about eating hot food in the cinema... apparently it's a done thing to have wings or a burrito or even a four in one! Taylor Tomlinson plays the 3arena in July - she talked about the upcoming gigAnd we played FM104s Ins2Grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Crossy had an idea for Irish Rail where we take a train at midnight and have food and drinks from Connolly station to Wexford... it'll make sense when you hear it! Jim-Jim pranked a hairdresser in Sandymount And we played FM104's Ins2Grand! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
About a young Viking named Hiccup who defies tradition by befriending a dragon, the movie is compelling for adults and the smallies, Crossy tells PJ Coogan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
*bumper pack episode* Zeinab is back after just becoming a Mrs. ! She tells us all about the big day!Jim-Jim feels very guilty about doing something!Crossy stands by his strong views when it comes to holidays! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alex Hartley & Kate Cross talk about Crossy winning the FIRST EVER Women's County Cup with Lancashire Thunder, her send-off when she bowled Kira Chathli, and they react to England's T20 clean sweep of West Indies. Plus, Alex gives a spin bowling masterclass.Email us at: noballspodcast@bbc.co.uk
We heard about an idea of an app where it'd take the pressure off canceling plans with someone! We also talked about celebs Crossy saw in London over the weekend And we gave someone another chance to win 4k on FM104s Ins2Grand DUBLIN your money Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We found out this morning that Trevor hurt his leg at his stag - the wedding is in 10 days! Zeinab is filling us in! Jim-Jim and Crossy talk about 3-1s - apparently there's such a thing as a 7-1! And we had another game of Ins2Grand Dublin' your money - 4k up for grabs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PJ chats to FM104's Crossy who spills on the blood, sweat, and screams behind the most anticipated horror comeback of the year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Crossy sent a whatsapp audio note to Zeinab without realizing yesterday afternoon - we got to hear what it was this morning! 'I just a bby'! Jim-Jim had the rules of sitting on the couch with family/friends/partners - lets just say we'd to chat to Zeinab about a few things! And we nearly had a winner of Ins2grand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PJ looks at the love for Thunderbolts and talks to FM104's Crossy who spoke with Julia about the film Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.