Podcasts about Headingley

W/C 28th April 2025Between 13:00 and 13:40 today I witnessed a wonder of the modern world.In the Long Bar, which is situated in the East Stand at Headingley, an undisclosed but statistically significant number of cricket followers were fed a lunch of fish, chips and mushy peas, with bread and butter on the side.This was the scene that greeted me in the Members lounge, as this unnamed collective moved between the food queue, the condiments table and the bar. The average age well north of 70.There was little in the way of fanfare, and nothing like the amount of ambient noise I would have expected. Just a focussed sense of purpose, that comes from the understanding that the time in hand was short. You see there was not only food to be eaten, there was drink to be drunk, and a comfort break to be factored in before the first ball of the afternoon.You can moan about the boomers, and I often do, but when they get their sh*t together it is a thing of really beauty.Stay safe.Give A Little Bit - SupertrampTherapy For Me (or TFM as I now refer to it) is a bit of an audio curiosity. It started out as a mechanism for me to clear my head, with the hope that by saying stuff out loud it would act as a little bit of self-help. It's remains loose in style, fluid in terms of content and raw - it's a one take, press record and see what happens, affair.If you want to keep in touch with TFM and the other stuff I do then please follow me on Facebook, Insta, Twitter or Patreon. Thanks for getting this far.

On this week's episode, Nikki and Melissa slice and dice the opening scores from the brand‑new women's domestic pyramid. They dig into Tier 1's first‑round fireworks, share hot takes on the Tier 2 rookies, and linger on Yorkshire's 114‑run face‑plant against Worcestershire at Headingley. Oh, and Nikki has a MAJOR OOPS moment—after two years of co‑hosting she finally realises this podcast is shamelessly named after Melissa. Awkward! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to react to the news that Jimmy Anderson has been awarded a knighthood in Rishi Sunak's resignation list, and they hear from the newly appointed white-ball captain Harry Brook. They round up the week's County Championship action, as Warwickshire edge past Durham in a thriller at Chester-Le-Street, and Kent make it two wins from two to the start to the season. Yorkshire spinner Dom Bess joins the show to discuss his century as they beat Worcestershire by 504 runs at Headingley. They also round up the latest action from the IPL, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

talkSPORT Cricket Editor Jon Norman and Senior Cricket Writer at thecricketer.com George Dobell are at Headingley to talk to new England white ball captain Harry Brook. Hear from Harry as he sets out his vision for captaincy & identifies the key attributes he's expecting from his players as a new era for the England white ball team begins.For even more content head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel and hit subscribe. https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricket Thanks for listening to Following On Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ross reacts to a disappointing defeat at Headingley, a week of big Cas news and RL taking on Vegas...You can now support Ross and the podcast by joining our brand new Patreon membership service here: https://www.patreon.com/COYFCastIf you simply want to show your support, you can became a COYFer for £3 per month. You can also unlock early access to each and every episode by becoming a Premium COYFer, for £4.50 per month.Follow The COYFCast on social media:Twitter: @COYFCastFacebook: The COYFCastInstagram: @coyfcastContact the podcast:coyfcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Story Time, our walk through cricket history via your listener quiz challenges. This week, we head to South Africa for the first big explosion in a career of big explosions, we pop by Headingley and the MCG for a career that was something more than what might have been, head through India and the West Indies for a career of frustration that finally had its fulfilment, and go back to Western Australia for something that definitely happened at the wrong time. Your Nerd Pledge numbers this week: 8.61 - Sami Dowd 5.56 - Jack Hughes 71.43 - Ken Edwards 1.04 - Michael Fallon Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword Maurice Blackburn Lawyers - fighting for the rights of workers since 1919: mauriceblackburn.com.au Sort your super with CBUS on their 40th birthday: cbussuper.com.au Get 10% off Glenn Maxwell's sunnies: t20vision.com/FINALWORD Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Richard Hoggart's classic book 'The Uses of Literacy', he describes the scenes in May 1934 when Hunslet returned triumphantly with the Rugby League Challenge Cup followed by thousands of young boys. Harry Jepson (1920-2016) was one of those youths. This is an interview I did with him in 2009 about his extraordinary life in rugby league. Born in Hunslet at the start of the 1920s, Harry became a teacher while at the same time serving as secretary of Hunslet RLFC, before moving to Leeds to become a key figure at Headingley in the 1970s and 1980s. His list of achievements and honours in the game are far too extensive to list here but his Wikipedia entry (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Jepson) does justice to his life. It's a long listen at 100 minutes but entirely worth it for anyone with an interest in rugby league or the social history of Leeds and Hunslet.

Ross is joined by Nathan and Steve ahead of Round Three and a trip to Headingley...This episode of the COYFCast is sponsored by Salon ViP!You can now support Ross and the podcast by joining our brand new Patreon membership service here: https://www.patreon.com/COYFCastIf you simply want to show your support, you can became a COYFer for £3 per month. You can also unlock early access to each and every episode by becoming a Premium COYFer, for £4.50 per month.Follow The COYFCast on social media:Twitter: @COYFCastFacebook: The COYFCastInstagram: @coyfcastContact the podcast:coyfcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 1- This weekend's columns in the Winnipeg Sun are reviewed, as important issues we've covered all year long came to a head. The vaunted Metro Region Plan20-50 was deep-sixed, Wab Kinew finally decided illegal encampments had to go and stay gone, and former Winnipeg broadcaster Dahlia Kurtz is organizing the fight against Jew-haters, declaring, “Our leaders have failed us. We will not fail us.” We fill in some details- and there's news about terrorist-supporting mobs taking over malls during Christmas across the country you probably haven't heard about yet. 11.44 Part 2 - From the Sun column on Sunday: In 2021, Mayor Cheryl Christian of West St. Paul told the media, "Plan 2050 will have significant impact on all businesses, citizens and property owners living within the Winnipeg Metro Region boundaries." She was sounding the alarm- but after the blueprint document that included the power of expropriation emerged from WRM backrooms, the City of Winnipeg did nothing to get the people of Winnipeg informed or made aware. It all blew up at the Niverville public hearing, and you'll hear how the scene unfolded from Don Woodstock and Marty, after the WMR board foisted dealing with hundreds of affected residents stuck in the lobby on their diminutive Executive Director. Woodstock, who operates a security firm, addressed them when she floundered and tried to placate the crowd. He describes how shortly after, most of the board had snuck out a side door and none of them explained their postponement ruling to the restless crowd in person. A discussion of the roles of mismanagement of the public hearings, Mayor Scott Gillingham, a biased media, and Wab KInew's play to support the dissenting RM's gets analyzed. * EVERY PODCAST EPISODE CAN BE HEARD AT ⁠https://actionline.ca/podcast/⁠ WITH ADDED IMAGES AND GRAPHICS * From the column: “While Gillingham and WMR staff insisted opposing views were based on “misinformation”, within two weeks, a total of 12 out of the 18 member municipalities had rejected the plan, including one (Rockwood) that claimed the consultants had never even spoken to them before tabling a document that would determine future development in their district.” This is story of the year because it was a power grab and it cost a lot of money to be just be blown up by the people responsible for it's failure and stick taxpayers with the bill. The narrative of “it's conspiracy theories” fell to the legitimacy of the concerns about democracy. Listen to what really forced the WMR to unanimously scuttle the plan. We are almost at the fundraising goal for Season 5 of $5600 ! Make a year-end contribution via ⁠⁠ActionLine.ca⁠⁠ using Paypal or E-Transfer and receive a rare copy of the Black & White photographic history of 1970's Winnipeg, Retropeg! 26.15 -  More from the Sun column: The NDP's Bill 4 would revoke making participation mandatory. That means elected officials in places like Niverville, Headingley, East St. Paul, and Winnipeg will have to vote on maintaining WMR membership. Woodstock and Marty explore what sort of delegations with questions might appear when City Hall has to do what every other WRM member will – hold a public vote about continuing to be a WRA member. With Gillingham being on the Metro executive committee, questions will arise about Plan20-50 expenses, consulting costs, and potential conflicts of interest (Woodstock says out loud what was only whispered until now- "their friends and their cronies"). Taxpayers deserve answers about the lack of return on investment, and why Gilliingham and city planners went along with the scheme to override elected RM's autonomy, which was confirmed by Municipal Affairs Minister Glen Simard as being why the province stepped in. As for the slanted portrayal of Plan20-50 opponents by Winnipeg's broadcast media as 'misinformed crazies', Woodstock says "you should be ashamed." COMING UP- THE TOP TEN PODCASTS OF 2024 -AND THE SEASON 5 FUNDING DRIVE CONCLUDES.

Ian Shepherd is joined by Steve Tancock, Dan Kingdom & Anthony Gibson to cast their eye over the fixtures, wonder how they'll cope if Matt Henry turns up at Headingley next year, and cricket writer Stephen Chalke joins us to chat about his new book "One Hell of a Life. Brian Close: Daring, Defiant and Daft".

We open this week's episode with a look back at the latest round of autumn rugby internationals with England's loss to South Africa, Wales' record 11th consecutive defeat, Ireland's narrow win over Argentina and France's electric win against the All Blacks. We also cover the cross-code game from Headingley where former Rugby League and Rugby Union stars pulled their boots on for a hybrid game to raise important funds for Motor Neurone Disease. It was (yet) another Nations League break in men's football, with England's wins over Greece and Ireland securing their return to the top tier of international football. It was also promotion for Wales as their run under new manager Craig Bellamy continues. Meanwhile in the Women's Super League and Championship it was a first, as all fixtures were played at each home club's main stadia. League leaders Chelsea continued their 100% start to the season, inflicting a first defeat of the season on second placed Manchester City, whilst Arsenal had a convincing win away to Tottenham. In tennis Jannik Sinner wrapped up another title with his win in Turin, whilst in the women's Billie Jean King Cup, Great Britain were led to a quarter final victory over Canada thanks to singles wins by Emma Raducanu and Katie Boulter – meaning they progress to take on Slovakia for a place in the final. We also have the latest from cricket, golf, NFL, netball and cycling before issuing a Get a Grip haymaker to everyone involved in the utterly farcical boxing bout between 27 year old Youtuber Jake Paul and 58 year old retired heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. Another great show from your favourite duo.

***This clip contains discussions and references to miscarriage. If you are suffering distress or despair and need support, you could speak to a health professional, or an organisation that offers support. Details of help available in many countries can be found at Befrienders Worldwide: befrienders.org***On this week's Stumped with Alison Mitchell, Charu Sharma and Clint Wheeldon, the team look at what is next for the Champions Trophy after the hosts Pakistan claimed India has told the International Cricket Council they won't travel to the country to play in the event next year. James Anderson explains how he and his family dealt with personal tragedy, how best to bowl to Steve Smith and Virat Kohli and why he's decided to enter the 2024 IPL auction.Also an interview with Matt Drakeley, the Head of Talent Pathway at Somerset CC, about Somerset inviting female seam and spin bowlers from across the UK to attend a trial day with the opportunity to potentially join their women's team.Photo: England's James Anderson celebrates taking the wicket of India's captain Virat Kohli on the first day of the third Test match between England and India at Headingley cricket ground in Leeds, on August 25, 2021 (Credit: AFP via Getty Images)

After every football season deep dive we will take a short break into the wider world of sport and in 1981 there really was only one story for us to pick up. That summer's Ashes series has forever been synonymous with one man: Ian Terence Botham. His heroics with bat and ball transformed the prospect of another miserable summer into a famous win. How simple a story was it in reality? Do we laud the main character at the expense of the rest of the cast? And do we do that in history as a whole? To reflect on this legendary tale, Martyn is joined by Rob and Gary as they look at the loss of the England captaincy, the miracle of Headingley and the other actors who shared the stage. Before that, The Rest Is History's Dominic Sandbrook discusses the cultural importance of Botham in Britain at the time and the acute need we have for heroes in storytelling. If you want to support the podcast or want your episodes without ads and a couple of days earlier then head over to patreon.com/NessunDormaPodcast where you can subscribe for as little as $3.99 a month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The most prolific run-scorer in professional cricket history, Graham Gooch shares some of the secrets of his success as a player and a coach. From his 333 against India at Lord's to his 154 not out against the might of the West Indies at Headingley in bowler friendly conditions, what was it that made England's captain such a brilliant player? And how did he later help drive an England team containing Kevin Pietersen and Alastair Cook to become the number one Test side in the world? Who is the greatest bowler he ever faced? Did he find the spin of Shane Warne or the speed of Malcolm Marshall more challenging? Four decades on from the rebel tour to South Africa that he led on the field, does he regret his decision to travel to a country still under the yolk of Apartheid? And after his rehabilitation in the national side following.a three year ban, why did the England captaincy bring the best out of him? This is a rare chance to hear from one of England's greatest ever players. 

Salford Red Devils captain Kallum Watkins joins the podcast as his team continue their quest to secure a place in the Super League play-offs. After losing two of their key players before the start of the campaign Salford have defied expectations this year and enter the final fortnight of the season in fourth place. Watkins reveals some of the secrets to their success and discusses his own positional move from centre to second-row forward. He highlights the players who influenced him most during his early career at Leeds Rhinos, and responds to recent speculation linking him with a return to Headingley. He talks openly about the three ACL injuries he has suffered during his career and how he hopes that talking about his mental health challenges will help others in the future.

Friday morning started with our Winnipeg Sun report about the wheels falling off of the Plan 2050 bus. RMs ask province to let them out of Manitoba's Metro Plan20-50 We have additional details in Episode 16 about why the rural municipalities of Headingley, Niverville, and St. Andrews- and then 2 more - joined Selkirk in pronouncing the document substandard and the take-it-but-you-can't-leave-it organizational structure unacceptable. The outpouring of opposition followed the WMR having to reschedule a vital public hearing when a reported 650 concerned citizens arrived in Niverville as discussed in Episode 14. 8.30- Among the issues raised by the RMs: The forced membership in the WMR was undemocratic, The weighted voting rules giving Winnipeg a veto even more undemocratic, Vesting the Metro board with final say on local land-use decisions and the power of expropriation was unthinkably undemocratic. Headingley warned: "the plan is being advanced without comprehensive background studies in crucial areas." Selkirk CAO Duane Nicol said "we're seeing the disconnect between the decisions being made and the actual on-the-ground lived experience of the communities and the residents that have to live with these decisions." Friday afternoon, East St. Paul issued a statement relaying "this Bill effectively strips elected local governments of their autonomy, placing final municipal decisions in the hands of unelected Provincial Government appointees." With evidence mounting that Plan20-50 is dysfunctional, it's been almost like a make-work project for the planners. And under their plan, Scott Gillingham - who supports the plan and claimed detractors had "misconceptions"- is the kingmaker of the Capital Region. 13.00 - The plan opens the door to things being put in later by an unelected board. When it suits them, the WMR calls Plan20-50 a "guide." That's deceptive- because it's a blueprint, with no deviations permitted. 20.30 And then there were 6! Only TGCTS found that the Village of Dunnator had put out a statement abandoning the plan on Wednesday. The Winnipeg media ignored the controversy of Plan20-50 until Marty's column at this link. 23.33 PART 2 - In contrast to the dissidents, the RM of St. Clements declared unquestioned loyalty to the WMR. You'll hear just a few of their official responses about "media coverage", "public debate" and "body oversight" that seem disconnected from reality, especially the claim that "the Winnipeg Metropolitan Region (WMR) is not an unelected body controlling local decisions. Local councils retain their authority." There is no mention made of the 4 unelected provincial appointees, or of the Gillingham veto, or the power to expropriate RM property. 36.00- Marty gives a good example of why Dunnator would want no part of the WMR having control of the beach at Matlock. The Metro disinformation campaign is laid bare by this statement: "These FAQs are provided as information for residents of St. Clements, on how Plan20-50 impacts the community. Everyone is encouraged to read the plan." However, Metro executive director Jennifer Freeman has conceded, “a planning document like a regional planning bylaw can be hard to read when it's not your field.” "Read the plan"? Now, that's a scam. You still won't get it, so your questions are just misconceptions and you're confused. Just like those 6 RM councils. That's how planners have rigged the process. Welcome to Winnipeg. ***** The Season 5 Funding Drive is now at $2905 - over 50% of the target. Your support has ensured we can stay on the beat with unique interviews and investigations on ActionLine.ca and in the Winnipeg Sun. Donors of over $250 will get a rare hardcover copy Retropeg, a collection of black and white photographs of Winnipeg in the 1970's by James Donahue. Softcovers will be gifted to donors over $50.00. Use the Donate page to contribute- or send E-transfers and sponsor inquiries to martygoldlive@gmail.com Next Sun Column- Save the 7-Elevens

Alison Mitchell is joined by former England bowlers Katherine Sciver-Brunt and Alex Hartley to review the 3-0 T20 series win against Pakistan. They look at the positives for England, including Danni Wyatt's fine innings on Sunday at Headingley. They also look at where England need to improve, including whether more is needed from the side's younger players, ahead the T20 World Cup in Bangladesh. We also hear from Wyatt and captain Heather Knight.

Ahead of the first T20I between England and Pakistan at Headingley, Alan Gardner is joined by Matt Roller and Osman Samiuddin to preview the series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Yorkshire Post's Westminster Correspondent Mason Boycott-Owen profiles 12 constituencies in 12 weeks to find the stories behind the polls and dissect the big issues facing voters, in a new Battleground Yorkshire series. For our fourth seat of Leeds Central and Headingley, Mason speaks to Labour MP Alex Sobel and Ruby Ruby Herbert from Labour Students about whether projected Labour supermajority of young people has any issues with their party. This week's big issue is generational inequality, and Mason chatted to Liz Emerson from the Intergenerational Foundation about how bad young people's prospects are compared to their parents and grandparents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ghost Investigation St. James Musuem Municipal Hall Part3 - Episode 182On this week's episode, it is a continuation to our St. James Ghost Investigation, and Jas is joined by our favorite third wheel - JENN!!!Much thanks and gratitude to The Winnipeg Paranormal Group who ledthe Ghost Investigation of the infamous and very haunted St. James Museum (we LOVE History and Hauntings)On this GHoul's night out on part 3 of 3, Jas and Jenn finsih their visit the Municipal Hall which houses a cool museum on the main floor. Jas was obsessed with a regal leather recliner that seemed to 'communicate' with the K2 meter. We then moved our investigation to 'The Brown House', the 3rd building, which was built in 1856 in Headingley and moved to Winnipeg. HUGE Thank to Ashley and Mel for leading this investiagion in the building.Let us know if you should hear anything in the recordings, as we did not at edit time. ***ANNOUNCEMENT*** Spririts with Spirits is happening - the last Thursday of every month at the Little Brown Jug !!! Please come down and join us from 7-9 PM, to hear some spine-tingling ghost stories and since it is open mic.....share some ghost stories! Even if you have written something creepy, we want to hear it hUGE shoot out to our partners, Ravens End Books and The Winnipeg Paranormal Group for coming to together on this scary journey!Enjoy this week's new episode!If you have a local paranormal story of Winnipeg or in Manitoba, please email us at giivinguptheghostpodcast.@gmail.com - or if you just want to say 'Hi'!!!

Comedy producer Ed Morrish (Non-Censored, Soundheap, John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme) brings his personal comfort blanket, Ben Stokes' 2019 Ashes innings at Headingley against Australia (and more broadly "all sport") to try and persuade Comfort Blanket umpire Joel that it's allowed - and makes a case for sport as the perfect improvised long-form narrative. It's all about the story... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitchell Marsh has had an extraordinary couple of years from being recalled to the Australia Test team, winning the 50 over World Cup and being named T20 captain. Marsh has been telling Alison Mitchell how he got involved with a small charity that focuses on men's mental health and how he supported a teenager whilst playing in the Ashes.We also discuss the significance of the historic Test between Australia's women and South Africa plus Australia became world champions at Under 19 level for the fourth time after beating India in the final.Image: Mitchell Marsh of Australia celebrates reaching his century during Day One of the LV= Insurance Ashes 3rd Test Match between England and Australia at Headingley on July 06, 2023 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Alex and Dan are off to Headingley for the third Test, an unremarkable match that has mostly been forgotten by all but the most obsessive of cricket fans. Despite this, they uncover some moments of absurdity, including prototype Peter Siddles, England hair quotas and a tragic lack of Bane narration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the final episode of the series and Luke Gale joins Will Perry & Mark Flanagan. Gale chats his storied career. From his early days at Leeds Rhinos, to success at Castleford Tigers, and his return to Headingley in 2020. He also discusses Wakefield Trinity's relegation and why he's confident of an immediate return to Super League.

Retain [verb]: continue to have (something); keep possession of. While England stroke their chins soberly, pondering morality and the impact of clouds on children, Australia's grubby little convict mitts clutch the urn, with g-strings and court jester hats close by. Elsewhere, India dusts West Indies, Harmanpreet gets mist, Pakistan beats Sri Lanka, and Headingley helps a man settle his divorce. Budgy is backing us big time this English summer, get around them at budgysmuggler.com. Use the code 'goodareas' for free shipping (valid in both the UK and AUS). Get Shane Watson's book, “Winning The Inner Battle”, at shanewatson.au Limited edition merch available: gradecricketer.com You get discounts, early access and an exclusive podcast every week when you sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peter and Gideon watch an absorbing and tight Australian first innings in the Fourth Test at Headingley, toast Stuart Broad's 600th Test wicket, and report on Manchester's smallest bar. Email your questions, feedback, thoughts and top ten lists to - cricketetcetera@theaustralian.com.au Check out the Cricket, Et Cetera playlist made from Gideon's episode titles....it's put together by listener Evan Willis tap - here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're honoured to be joined by the man of the moment, in England opener and the 4th highest scorer in this Ashes Series the wonderful Ben Duckett for his second cap on the show. He gives us the inside stories on; how the England team celebrated their epic victory at Headingley, his thoughts on Alex Carey cheating at Lords, why England are now favourites, England's secret 4 day non stop piss up in St Andrews the week before The Ashes, naked beer pong, his love for the podcast and Archie's guidance, what he thinks about every Aussie and their chat, his incredible opening partnership with Crawley, how he switches off at the end of each days play, weird abusive messages he's got from the Aussie fans, his height struggles, why Stokes still gets nervous, his fight with Jimmy Anderson and much much more.... ------ We're delighted to be partnering with London's new elite matchmaking service - Bond The Agency - who are an exclusive innovative agency who not only promise to find you a partner but, deliver so much more. They've already helped hundreds of successful like minded individuals find love in London - with 5 star reviews a plenty - now's the time to move on with your life and uncover the magic of Bond! So if you have app fatigue and you're sick and tired of failures on Raya, Hinge and the like and you want to finally meet Mrs Right - then please click on the link and leave your details and let them work their magic - https://bondtheagency.com/membership/ ---------- NOW SUMMER IS  HERE - CLAIM YOUR 8 FREE BEERS & 2 SNACKS NOW FROM BEER 52 - ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS PAY THE £5.95 POSTAGE -  www.beer52.com/RIGBIZ

Alison Mitchell is joined by Clint Wheeldon and Sunil Gupta to reflect on an exhilarating Ashes series across both the men's and women's game, with more thrills still to come. England looked down and out in the women's multi-format series after losing the one-off Test at Trent Bridge, but they have rallied and inflicted three consecutive defeats on the reigning world champions Australia. One win from the remaining two one-day internationals would be enough for the tourists to retain the urn, but England have the momentum. Meanwhile, the men's Test series is delicately poised. A win for the hosts at Old Trafford would level the scores at 2-2 going into the fifth and final match at the Oval, but similarly to their female counterparts, Australia only need to draw the series to ensure that they won't be relinquishing the Ashes. The team give their predictions on which way it will go. Plus, Teja Nidamanuru joins us after helping the Netherlands qualify for their first 50-over World Cup in 12 years. The occasion will mean more than most for the middle-order batter as the tournament is being hosted in the country of his birth, India. He tells us about moving to New Zealand as a six-year-old, playing in England and working a full-time job to support his cricket career. Image: England players Mark Wood (r) and Chris Woakes celebrate victory after day four of the 3rd LV= Ashes Test Match at Headingley on July 09, 2023 in Leeds, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

The Ashes are up for grabs and we get into the discussion. What are our reflections from Headingley after a couple of days rest? And what can both teams do to shape up for Old Trafford next week? We also cover the Women's Ashes where England have fought back into the contest. In part 2 we talk Major League Cricket, which is launching next week. We preview all 6 teams and answer listener questions about what this means for the cricket calendar. Then finally we mull over the MCC World Cricket Committee's suggestions for the future of the game. Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After another Headingley adventure Jimmy shares his insights on England's series-saving win in Leeds. Plus, reaction to England's women winning the T20 series, Mattchin compares The Ashes to reality TV and Felix returns from Leeds with some new-found appreciation for The Kirkstall Lane end.

England have wrestled their way back into the series in Headingley. The loss forces Australia to ask some uncomfortable questions. Has Marsh demanded another call-up after an incredible century? Has Warner had his big final moment? And a bigger question, has Australia's Ashes chances gone to shit now that Nathan Lyon is out? Follow Adam Zwar on twitter: https://twitter.com/adamzwar See Wil live: https://comedy.com.au/tour/wil-anderson-2023/  Patreon, merch, and more from the TOFOP universe: https://linktr.ee/TOFOP See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join host Matt Ellis as he sits down with former England captain and all-round great bloke, Adam Hollioake, in this highly anticipated interview. Get ready to dive deep into Adam's incredible journey as he shares the origins of his passion for cricket, the unique experience of being born in Australia and playing for England, and the unforgettable moment when he spotted his parents on the big screen at Headingley. In this engaging conversation, Adam opens up about his approach to captaincy, the profound impact of losing his brother Ben, and the cherished memories they created together. Discover what life has been like for Adam after retiring from cricket, and stay tuned as he reveals the star-studded guest list for his dream net session. To top it all off, Adam shares a story involving cricket legend Sir Vivian Richards and actor Chris Rock. With fascinating anecdotes and heartfelt reflections, this interview is a must-listen for cricket enthusiasts and fans of Adam Hollioake alike.

Varun and DJ get together to preview India's tour of the Windies and the new cycle of the #WTC and also review the two #Ashes tests at Lords and Headingley. 

The Ashes, 3rd Test at Headingley, Day 5: No play on what would have been the last day, but plenty to think about. Three Tests, three close finishes, and a series that has been all twists and turns with barely a quiet hour. Who has come out of it well, who has struggled, what are some of the moves that might come next? We have it all on The Final Word. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Visit westfield.com/united-kingdom/London to see everywhere you can eat, shop and play in Europe's largest shopping centre. Westfield London and Westfield Stratford City – More Extra, Less Ordinary! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathan Agnew is joined by a journalist panel at Headingley to discuss the latest Ashes talking points. Emma John from the Guardian, Gideon Haigh from the Australian and John Etheridge from the Sun talk Brook batting, Spirit of cricket and possible changes for Old Trafford.

The Ashes, 3rd Test at Headingley, Day 4: Who doesn't love a last-day run chase? It was Day 4 at Headingley, it was a Sunday, and it wasn't quite 2019, but it wasn't a million miles away. Plenty of angst, tension, twists and turns from the final day of this third Ashes Test, with salutations to Harry Brook and Mitchell Starc. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Visit westfield.com/united-kingdom/London to see everywhere you can eat, shop and play in Europe's largest shopping centre. Westfield London and Westfield Stratford City – More Extra, Less Ordinary! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Glenn McGrath and Andy Zaltzman react to England's win on day four at Headingley. Hear from England captain Ben Stokes, man of the match Mark Wood, Harry Brook who scored a vital 75 in the second innings run chase, Chris Woakes who scored the winning runs and took three key wickets in Australia's second innings, plus Australia captain Pat Cummins gives his reaction to the result. Also, hear the funny moments from the TMS commentary box at Headingley.

Simon Hughes and Simon Mann witness Chris Woakes and Mark Wood secure the winning runs in the gripping third Test at Headingley and consider who will still be standing to contest the remaining Tests Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ashes, 3rd Test at Headingley, Day 3: Rain, delays, leaden skies, then finally coming out to bat, it was all in favour of England. It was all going the way of Woakes, Broad, Wood. And then Travis Head happened, again. Just another chapter in this endlessly wild Ashes series. Perfectly set up for a finish on Day 4. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Visit westfield.com/united-kingdom/London to see everywhere you can eat, shop and play in Europe's largest shopping centre. Westfield London and Westfield Stratford City – More Extra, Less Ordinary! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathan Agnew, Glenn McGrath and Michael Vaughan react to day three of the third Ashes Test at Headingley. Hear from Chris Woakes after he took three wickets in Australia's second innings. Plus, Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis talks to Aggers about his love for cricket.

A truncated days cricket but still the 3rd Test advanced rapidly with England taking the remaining six Australian wickets to leave them a tantalising 251 to win. Simin Hughes and Simon Mann reflect on the way the weather gods came to England's aid and Stuart Broad recalls the painful dramas of Headingley four years ago Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ashes, 3rd Test at Headingley, Day 2: It was all set up with a Yorkshire pair coming to the middle in Yorkshire, but Pat Cummins had other ideas. Then Mark Wood had other ideas to that. Then Ben Stokes had the same idea as Ben Stokes usually has. Has there been a normal day of cricket in this series? No! The hits just keep on coming, as do the Steve Smith bright ideas. Until he started batting. Another truly bonkers day, get into it. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Visit westfield.com/united-kingdom/London to see everywhere you can eat, shop and play in Europe's largest shopping centre. Westfield London and Westfield Stratford City – More Extra, Less Ordinary! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathan Agnew, Sir Alastair Cook, Michael Vaughan, Glenn McGrath and Andy Zaltzman react to day two of the third Ashes Test at Headingley. Hear from Moeen Ali after he took his 199th & 200th test wickets, and also Pat Cummins after he took six wickets. Plus, Jonathan speaks to Yorkshire's first female President in their 160 year history, Jane Powell.

The Ashes, 3rd Test at Headingley, Day 1: Here we are in Leeds. A fast track, plenty of pace and bounce, and a fast bowler to make use of it with Mark Wood coming back. But, wait, a minute, what's that? Is that... is that Mitchell Marsh's music? What an opening day of the third Test! Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Visit westfield.com/united-kingdom/London to see everywhere you can eat, shop and play in Europe's largest shopping centre. Westfield London and Westfield Stratford City – More Extra, Less Ordinary! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Glenn McGrath and Andy Zaltzman react to day one of the third Men's Ashes Test at Headingley. Hear from Mark Wood after his five wickets on his return to the side and Mitchell Marsh after hitting a century in his first Test match for four years. Plus, former Australia wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist makes a surprise visit to the TMS commentary box, and England Men's manager Gareth Southgate answers if the football team have been tempted to adopt Bazball.

The Ashes, 3rd Test at Lord's, Day 0: Just three days since Lord's and we'll be back in action at Leeds, in one of the more febrile Ashes environments imaginable. The day before play, Bharat Sundaresan has already been having some run-ins with the local Yorkshire police, and Adam is at Headingley with him while Geoff heads to the Women's Ashes game in London. England have made a stack of changes, Australia will make one and perhaps two - but is there a bigger surprise in the works? Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Visit westfield.com/united-kingdom/London to see everywhere you can eat, shop and play in Europe's largest shopping centre. Westfield London and Westfield Stratford City – More Extra, Less Ordinary! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

England picked up their first victory of the Ashes summer as Heather Knight's side beat Australia to keep the Women's Ashes alive. Meanwhile the men's teams are preparing for what could be a very lively 3rd Test in Leeds. Jonathan Agnew and Jim Maxwell are joined by Ben Stokes and Pat Cummins at Headingley whilst Henry Moeran and Alex Hartley review England's T20 win at a packed Oval and hear from Heather Knight, Danni Wyatt and Ellyse Perry.

After all the fallout from Lord's, we're just a couple of days away from the third men's Ashes Test – and this one takes place at Headingley, the home of Ashes comebacks. Stephan Shemilt is joined by journalists Vithushan Ehantharajah and Scott Bailey to ask whether England can come back from 2-0 down, who will replace the injured Ollie Pope, England's bowling attack and Nathan Lyon's replacement. Plus, we hear exclusively from Steve Smith ahead of his 100th Test match as the Australian discusses his life, his career and his legacy.

In episode 3, Ben Stokes relives one of the most remarkable comeback performances in Test Match cricket history as we look back at Headingley, 2019.

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