Podcast appearances and mentions of nick hancock

This week Mark continues his conversation with Nick Hancock. In part two, Mark Steel and Nick Hancock continue their brilliant conversation about football, corruption and the strange way sport reflects society itself. From FIFA's greed to Simon Cowell manufacturing pop stars, the pair explore what happens when money takes over the things people genuinely love. There's also chat about podcasts, nostalgia, modern sport becoming spectacle over substance and Nick's gloriously furious thoughts on Gianni Infantino. Funny, furious and full of football philosophy. We're currently sponsored by BT - behind brilliant things!  Search 'Why BT' to find out more or click on the following link: https://www.bt.com/broadband/why-bt Want to get access to the full video interview before anyone else? why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen to the whole interview straight away – and you'll also be able to watch it! ⁠https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod⁠ For media, press & guest enquiries please email mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk Follow What The F*** Is Going On? @wtfisgoingonpod  Follow Mark Steel @mrmarksteel   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark is joined by legendary broadcaster and comedy icon Nick Hancock for a furious, funny and gloriously nostalgic deep dive into the World Cup. From crying over England's defeat in 1970 to the magic of crackly late-night commentary, Nick and Mark relive the tournaments that shaped their lives before turning their attention to what modern football has become. FIFA, Trump, halftime shows, dynamic pricing, water breaks for adverts and football losing its soul – nothing escapes Hancock's wrath in an episode packed with football nostalgia, anger and brilliant one-liners. You can hear the second part of the interview in next week's episode – but if you can't wait, why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen or watch the whole interview straight away. www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod We're currently sponsored by BT - behind brilliant things!  Search 'Why BT' to find out more or click on the following link: https://www.bt.com/broadband/why-bt For media, press & guest enquiries please email mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Instagram @wtfisgoingonpod  Follow Mark Steel @mrmarksteel   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MY NEWSLETTER - https://nikolas-newsletter-241a64.beehiiv.com/subscribeJoin me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I interview Nick (https://x.com/mattressguy_). We dive deep into the surprisingly complex world of the mattress business. Nick, owner of Direct Outlet Mattress and part of a family with stores across North Carolina, shares his unique insights.We discuss everything from the less glamorous side of old mattresses to the economics of running a mattress store, even comparing his approach to giants like Mattress Firm. You'll be fascinated to hear how he's leveraging Twitter to build a successful brand and reach customers in unexpected ways.Questions This Episode Answers:How do these businesses (Mattress Firm) make money?What other overhead expenses would you have besides lease? How do you acquire customers for your mattress store?What is your approximate customer acquisition cost?How much does it typically cost to start a mattress business?Enjoy the conversation!__________________________Love it or hate it, I'd love your feedback.Please fill out this brief survey with your opinion or email me at nik@cofounders.com with your thoughts.__________________________MY NEWSLETTER: https://nikolas-newsletter-241a64.beehiiv.com/subscribeSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/5avyu98yApple: https://tinyurl.com/bdxbr284YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/nikonomicsYT__________________________This week we covered:00:00 The Mattress Business Journey03:05 Family Dynamics in Business05:56 Understanding the Mattress Market08:51 Customer Acquisition Strategies11:47 Expanding Product Offerings15:05 The Importance of Quality17:58 Navigating Business Challenges20:55 Building a Brand on Social Media23:51 Future Plans and Online Expansion

Episode Summary:Welcome back! Today I sit down with Nick Hancock—better known online as the mattress guy—to talk about what it means to own your lane and go all in. Nick's story is wild: from getting fired from a 9–5 to stepping into his family's decades-old mattress business, he's now running his own shop and using social media to disrupt an industry that hasn't changed much in years. We talk about imposter syndrome, building a family legacy, and how he's turning personal brand + transparency into six-figure deals with hotels and Airbnbs. Nick proves that sometimes the “unsexy” businesses are the ones with the biggest opportunity.Key Highlights:- Family Legacy: Nick's dad started in the mattress business 30 years ago, and now the Hancock name carries weight in the industry.- Imposter Syndrome Breakthrough: For years Nick questioned if he was just riding his dad's coattails—until he went all-in and owned his role.- Margins & Models: From consumer sales to Airbnbs to hotels, Nick breaks down how the economics of mattresses really work (and why people overpay).- Power of Personal Brand: By showing up authentically on Twitter, Nick's landed major clients, hotel contracts, and nonstop leads—all without ad spend.- Transparency Wins: Customers choose him not just for price (savings of thousands per order) but because they trust him.- Bigger Vision: The mattress business is just the start—Nick's building something bigger and using today's wins to fuel tomorrow's vision.Final Thoughts:This episode is a reminder that you don't have to chase the trendy thing—sometimes the gold is hiding in plain sight. If you own your story, build trust, and put yourself out there, you can turn any industry into an opportunity.

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon welcome guest Nick Hancock from Direct Outlet Mattresses. Nick shares his journey from working a 9-to-5 job he disliked to diving into his family's multi-generational mattress business. After getting fired from his previous job, he embraced the mattress world with the […] The post Nick Hancock from Direct Outlet Mattresses – Business Brain 666 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of the Your Harrogate Podcast, Pete Egerton discusses the Nidderdale Walk (18th May), a brand new app set to help Knaresborough, plus, a gold award for Harrogate Town!The 31st Nidderdale Walk takes place this Sunday, raising funds for local charities, and organised by the Rotary Club of Harrogate, in association with Verity Frearson. The routes available include a 4, 8, 15, 18, 22 and 26 mile course. Pete learns more from Brian Stuttard, the project leader for the Nidderdale Walk group.Meanwhile, Pete has also been speaking to the chief executive of the Chain Lane Community Hub in Knaresborough. If you're not aware, they are a local charity who serve the community of Knaresborough and surrounding areas, so people are welcomed, supported and empowered to fully develop their potential and that of their community. Within the last week, a new app has been launched; "Knaresborough Together" which is aimed at groups, charities, or community organisations needing support to help do good in the to town.The final part of the podcast features presenter Nick Hancock, speaking to Harrogate Town chief executive Sarah Barry, and fan engagement officer Hamilton Mattock, about a Family Excellence Gold Award for the 2024/25 season for delivering unforgettable matchday experience for families....  

In this episode of the Your Harrogate podcast, presenter Nick Hancock speaks to the Yorkshire Shepherdess, Amanda Owen. Plus, we hear from Harrogate Town manager, Simon Weaver.Harrogate's popular dog show returns this weekend - 12th April and is hosted by Your Harrogate Radio and Harrogate BID.The event will be back on the Piazza outside the Victoria Shopping Centre from 10AM and Amanda Owen is the star judge; she's been telling Nick what she loves about the day.Meanwhile, in league two, Harrogate Town could take a huge step towards EFL safety if they can win against high-flying Grimsby Town. Manager Simon Weaver knows it won't be easy...

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

In this episode of All Things Endurance, host Rick Prince chats with coach Nick Hancock, owner of Maximum Mileage Coaching in the UK. If you're looking to start or scale your coaching business, consider this podcast a must listen! Coach Hancock doesn't hold back about his challenges, his successes and his best pieces of advice for new coaches. He also discusses his personal challenges that led him to start running and coaching. 1.       Tell us about yourself and how you got into coaching2.       What was it like balancing coaching as your side gig and your full-time job?3.       When you made the decision to go full-time into coaching, was it a leap of faith or was your coaching income enough that you didn't have many worries?4.       How long did it take to go from side-gig to full-time with coaching?5.       What are some of the things that you do attract and retain athletes?6.       If someone is looking to go full-time into coaching like you did, what are some tips that you have for them?7.       What are some mistakes that you did with respect to going full-time?8.       How do you balance your own training, coaching and family obligations?9.       What do you enjoy the most and least about being a full-time coach?10.  You have a coach that works with you. What advice would you give to coaches that are considering bringing on another coach to work with them?

Live from Spotify, Owen Blackhurst, James Bird, Seb White and Tommy Stewart are joined by a returning Asad Raza to chat ‘A little place called heaven' Hatti, a hat, Manchester Piccadilly, “rain sodden bowels of the city”, a spiritual experience, the Gunfight at the OK Corral, “I'm your Huckleberry”, Josh Wood, Bill Murray's haircut in Kingpin, Glenn Hoddle v David Beckham, the sunglasses emoji, England U-17 winning the World Cup, Phil Foden, Jadon Sancho, Kendal Mint Cake, Garrincha, The Maracanã, “dealers choice”, Alessandro Del Piero, Battle of Agincourt, Plymouth, Portsmouth, MDMA v Huel, “internal latrine”, Popeye's, Ronnie ‘Chicken Biryani' Irani, “wears his banter on his sleeve”, Stephen Merchant, Vince McMahon, Diego Armando Maradona, “How am I doing, Boss?”, “speaking out loud”, performance-enhancing drugs, playing football on ketamine, Seville, Carlos Billardo, Bukta, camera super lenta, Nick Hancock, the forgotten Maradona goal, Diego Simeone, the Enigma machine, football's Alan Turing, Davor Šuker, Boca Juniors (A), Marseille, ring binders, Maradona or Messi, Monchi, The Frying Pan of Spain—Sevilla v Real Betis, gastric bands, Sporting Enigma, Shaolin Soccer, Golden Leg, Steel Leg, Team Evil, disillusioned monks, Armageddon, Michael Bay, Harry Porter, Graham Potter, “Who cut your hair? Dynamo?”, Mizuno Wave Riders, The Hong Kong Cup, sweeper-keepers, 'The legends of The Football Factory', Marching Powder, Cocaine Bear, This American Life, John Wayne, Church Party at Stage & Radio Manchester, Asad's terrible accents, Texas Joe's, jalapeño cornbread, pretending to like baseball, Eastbound and Down, Jay Gatsby, “cut and shut cars”, and so much more.Get the latest issue of MUNDIAL Mag hereFollow MUNDIAL on Twitter - @mundialmagFollow MUNDIAL on Instagram - @mundialmag Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We began the show with a venue that celebrates all things Austrian & German year-round, with surprisingly delicious twists to what you might think you'd find at a German-inspired pub. Entrepreneur Bibi Singh and her Culinary Director, Chef Pablo Torres decided to start an open The Hoboken Biergarten after Singh acquired The Pilsener Haus & Biergarten--a former business which is well known to locals and visitors alike. Armed with ideas on how to update and expand upon the venue and menu, they made sure that Hoboken Biergarten's food offerings are approachable to everyone's dietary needs--something that has already gained their pub-restaurant some notable attention. Currently, both Chef Torres and Singh are preparing for this year's Oktoberfest, so keep an eye out for specials, events, and so much more! Tune in to find out more about both Bibi Singh and Chef Torres, what they offer, and how you can enjoy your next happy hour when it's actually convenient by listening to Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show!https://www.thehobokenbiergarten.comCareful when you tune in to our last segment - as it's a smokin' good time for your taste buds! Owner and Pitmaster, Nick Hancock joined me on the show, and we dug into all the delightful details on how he began his pop-up business, OK Charley's! He landed on creating foods based on Texas-style barbecuing after taste-testing a variety of smoked meats, and felt that he found the GOAT of BBQ styles. Over time he kept his focus, refining the exact recipes and process to offer his smoked products for all to enjoy! And with some of the best timing possible, he joined Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show just in time for another of Philly's pig-skin love: It's E-A-G-L-E-S season!!! That not to say you can't enjoy his BBQ while watching other sports, celebrations, or as a regular meal--however, tailgating can be so much easier when you have it catered. So dig in to this week's Food Farms and Chefs Radio Show to find out how! https://okcharleys.com

He's best known still as the host of Jon Holmes' supreme television creation the game show ‘They Think It's All Over' in which his most famous clients combined with comedians to play such legendary games as “Feel the Sportsman”.  He's a talented comedian and writer but at heart Nick Hancock would always describe himself first and foremost as a Stoke City supporter.  In this episode Nick tells of his devotion to the club and in particular of his grandfather who took him to matches but could never find where he'd left the car after it was finished. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark is joined by comedian, actor & presenter Nick Hancock  , along with Elliot Steel, as he tries to make sense of pissing during the cricket, Tucker Carlson's interview with Putin & audience chatter at gigs. There's the return of Mike concrete speaking to Astronaut Tim Hill and Mark hears a woman on a phone in complaining about immigration. If you want to get extended interviews, ad free episodes, extra sketches and an opportunity to ask Mark what the f*** is going on?? then sign up to our patreon for as little as £2 a month  https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod   Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod   Follow Nick Hancock on twitter/x @Nickhancock AND make sure to check out Nick's podcast “The Famous Sloping Pitch podcast” link here: https://podfollow.com/1581433476/view   Follow Elliot Steel @elliotsteelcom and his podcast @BtecPhilosoph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As punters filled t he bars and restaurants along Auckland's Viaduct to watch the Melbourne Cup this afternoon, a group of animal rights activists was making their opposition to the event clear. A dozen or so protestors from the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses chanted through a megaphone and held signs reading "is the party worth it?" and "horse racing kills". Reporter Jordan Dunn was there and spoke with protest organiser Nick Hancock.

Nick Hancock and Chris England return for a new season, reviewing everything that's happened since last they met, discussing the latest transfer movements and - of course - some Oldham shit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Monday Night Talk podcast for July 10, 2023! Guests and topics for this podcast includes the State House Report with State Rep Kathy LaNatra; Brockton City Council President Susan Nicastro provides a re-cap of the city's FY2024 budget hearings and community events like the groundbreaking for the new public safety complex; Donna Curtain, Executive Director of the Pilgrim Hall Museum shares details about the newest exhibit and Derek Martin and Nick Hancock from the Americana Theatre Company visit the show to preview this week's opening of Big Fish at the Spire Center in downtown Plymouth. Do you have a topic for a future show or info on an upcoming community event? Email us at mondaynighttalk@gmail.com. If you're a fan of the show and enjoy our segments, you can either download your favorite segment from this site or subscribe to our podcasts through iTunes today!  Monday Night Talk with Kevin Tocci, Copyright © 2023.  

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss Man City v Arsenal, kick off times, the UFEA salary cap, Chris' guttering, and of course, some Oldham shit.  If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss Ronaldo's toenails, Chelsea's troubles and, of course, some Oldham shit. Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss linesman's elbow, Wrexham's dramatic win and, of course, some Oldham shite.  If you're on Twitter do give us a follow and say hello to Nick who mostly mans it from his living room - @slopingpitch And if you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss the revenge of the referees, , the ‘medieval' 3'o'clock blackout and, of course, some Oldham shit (and some Oldham kit too, actually). Nick and Chris are also joined by national treasure and impressionist Alistair McGowan who tells us why he switched teams in his younger years, why some footballers are easier to impersonate than others, and what happened when he did impressions of certain Newcastle footballers in front of the entire squad at one of their weddings.  We've also made it to the World Wide Web (well, Twitter) - get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch, it's mostly what Nick does in his spare time these days. If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss, Hodgson, the international break, Nuremberg, and of course, some Oldham shit.  Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss Gary Lineker, stoppage time, and of course, some Oldham shit.  Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss Stoke v Brighton, the government's white paper, the lovely gesture from Besiktas fans, and of course, some Oldham shit.  Nick and Chris are also joined Green Wing writer, Peep Show actor, and club owner, Rob Harley. They chat about his team, Hearts, their disastrous 1985/86 season and the fan-owned club. Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss Stoke's away win, Bolton's new stadium name, Eveliina Summanen's red card, and of course, some Oldham shit.  Nick and Chris speak to journalist and sportswriter, Patrick Barclay. They chat about his team teams, Dundee F.C. and Fulham, the memories of his first game, dangers of the Europeran Super League, losing your car after football, and how managers have changed. Patrick's podcast available here - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/football-ruined-my-life/id1669268775 Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss Harry the Haddock, the managerial merry-go-round, and of course, some Oldham shit.  Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tony gets to meet his hero, broadcaster, actor, face of the football VHS - and crucially Stoke fan - Nick Hancock. Stoke memories are abound, but there's chat on climbing Kilimanjaro with Tony Pulis, recreating Mr Bean with the head of the Iranian FA and Bostock's Cup. It's a great chat, come listen!

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss the green weekend, Man City's financial rule breaches, and of course, some Oldham shit.  They are also joined by comedian, writer, and commentator, Andy Smart. They discuss his team, Farnborough, non-league football, commentating, and more Man City financial rule breaches, obviously.  Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic's Adam Hurrey and Charlie Eccleshare are joined by broadcaster and 90s football video legend Nick Hancock for the latest edition of Mesut Haaland Dicks. Among Nick's selections for his footballing fascinations and irritations are the mundane details of timewasting, our evolving expectations of footballers' intellect, the curious mind games behind the late fitness test, manufactured matchday atmosphere, the vagaries of the football disciplinary process and lazy football merchandising. Meanwhile, the Adjudication Panel discuss whether football shorts really need pockets, Dayot Upamecano's voice coaching from an opera singer and a new level in weird goalnet sounds. Produced by Mike Stavrou. *** • Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/epl • Get 6 months of Babbel language learning for free when you purchase a 6 month subscription by entering the code ATHLETIC at babbel.com/play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss the FA Cup draw coverage, the Wrexham v Sheffield United game, the transfer window, and of course, some Oldham shit.  They are also joined by comedian, writer and presenter, Kevin Day. They chat about the current state of his team, Crystal Palace, Chelsea's transfer window and football in films.  Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss fingers up bums, white cards, and of course, some Oldham shit.  Nick and Chris are joined by author, and journalist, Brian Viner. They discuss recent events at his team Everton, the stadium, the players, and their future.  Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss derby weekend, the ‘prank' on the BBC, Bristol Rovers, Neil Warnock, Alessia Russo's boots, and of course, some Oldham shit.  Nick and Chris are joined by journalist, author and broadcaster, Sam Delaney. They chat about the current state of his team, West Ham and Moyes' future (at time of recording), and his new book 'Sort Your Head Out Mental health without the bollocks' and the pressure put on young players.  Sam's book is available to pre-order here https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sort-Your-Head-Out-bollocks/dp/1408717085 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss the FA cup weekend previous, the problems with the draw, more football playing relatives of famous people, and of course, some Oldham shit.  Nick and Chris are joined by the comedian, writer, and broadcaster, Mark Steel. They chat about his team, Crystal Palace and their disappointing exit from the FA cup, and the affairs of Crawley Town FC.  Mark's podcast is available here - http://www.whatthefisgoingonpodcast.co.uk/ Mark's tour starts this year, get tickets here - https://marksteelinfo.com/tour/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss Christmas presents, Pele's death, Infantino's latest antics, and of course, some Oldham shit.  Nick and Chris are joined by director, Simon Sprackling to talk about his new darts film, Poison Arrows. They also chat about the trials of organising amateur sport, and Simon's team, Leeds.  Poison Arrows is available now all on Google, Amazon Prime and Apple TV  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England round up the World Cup and a couple of weeks worth of Oldham shit. Nick and Chris are joined again by playwright, broadcaster, and Charlton fan, Jonathan Maitland. They chat about Jonny's friends being mascots at the World Cup, what he felt about it it being played in Qatar now the dust has settled, and they pick over the bones of the last England game.  Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss Jude Bellingham's shirt number, stained kits, Uruguay's unceremonious exit, the exodus of international managers, Brazil's dance moves, and of course, some Oldham shit.  Nick and Chris are joined by playwright, broadcaster, and Charlton fan, Jonathan Maitland all the way from Qatar. They chat about what it's like being out there, the ticketing situation, going to see the England v Senegal match, and an exclusive on David Dein's game count.  Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England are fresh from watching the Japan v Spain and Costa Rica v Germany games and can't believe what they have just seen. They discuss the art of watching two games at once; England, USA, Iran and Wales, and all things F!fa Global Sports Tournament up until now.  They also look at more domestic issues, Juventus, and of course, some Oldham shit.   Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss 'it' so far, some more Cristiano Ronaldo/Man Utd business, clubs being bought and sold left right and centre, and of course (even during a global soccer tournament), some Oldham shit.  Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss quite a lot of TV news, Cristiano Ronaldo's interview with Piers Morgan, the bizarre business of World cup predictions, and course plenty of Oldham shit.  Nick and Chris are also joined by former, professional assistant referee, and Luton fan, Gavin Muge. They chat about some inside industry techniques, the importance of keeping up with rule changes, and his thoughts on VAR. They also discuss his new book, My Life On The Line, and his new podcast, Flag It Up. Gavin's new book will be available on 1st Dec here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/MY-LIFE-LINE-Everything-assistant-ebook/dp/B0BLXS4TVX Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss Gerard Piqué, more World Cup news, including the England squad announcement, and of course, a binful of Oldham shit.  Nick and Chris are also joined by writer, journalist, podcaster, former football manager and Bristol City fan, Paul Watson. They chat about why Paul has decided to boycott the World Cup, Paul's book about managing the national team of Pohnpei, how he ingratiated himself with the locals, and all trials and tribulations of coaching the team. Paul also discusses organising the difficulties of a Confifa tournament.  Paul and Vix's podcast is available here - podfollow.com/false-economy Kitmas - Crowdfunder.co.uk/kitmas Paul's book is available here - shorturl.at/hkz34 Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark is joined by Nick 'no relation' Hancock and Elliot Steel as he tries to make sense of I'm a Celebrity, LGBT rights at the Qatar World Cup – and what it was that an England footballer complained about at the 2002 tournament in Japan.Plus Nadine Boris on Matt Hancock's jungle adventures - and Lieutenant Colonel Sir Ambrose Chislehurst-Trigonometry with another astonishing revelation about Her Late Majesty...Get ad-free extended episodes, early access and exclusive content on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpodFollow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpodListen to Nick Hancock on his podcast @slopingpitchFollow Elliot Steel @elliotsteelcomAnd visit our website www.whatthefisgoingonpodcast.co.uk for more information.See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Hancock and Chris England round up this week's World Cup news, including sausages, Iran and a bit of Beckham. And of course, some Oldham shit.  Nick and Chris are also joined by actor and comedian, Gordon Kennedy. They discuss Gordon's team, Livingston (formerly Meadowbank), being a Liverpool fan along side that, the glory days of Scottish international football, and his colourful scene in T2: Trainspotting. Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch  If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss obscene boots, footballers flouncing off, a World Cup update, the possible Spanish strike, and of course some Oldham shit.  Nick and Chris are also joined by actor, writer and broadcaster, Angus Deayton. They chat about Angus' team Man United and how he came to support them, the first line-up he remembers, and some more Ronaldo flouncing stuff.  Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch  If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Hancock and Chris England discuss Coventry, the Liverpool v Man City game, and of course, some Oldham shit. Get in touch and follow us on Twitter @slopingpitch  If you have any thoughts, feelings or queries, please feel free to contact us on slopingpitch@gmail.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a 4-0 away win at Stoke and a very messy 2-1 home defeat against Swansea, the FTRE gang gather to discuss the performance under new Head Coach Slaven Bilic. The formation he's chosen and if the players have stepped up to fill it or if there were enough experienced players to fill and execute that formation. Plus very good friend of the podcast, Olly Wicken, had a chat with Stoke fan Nick Hancock (formerly of TV hit, Do They Think It's All Over) abuot life as a fan of a former Premier League side. This is life as a Watford fan and this is FROM THE ROOKERY END Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices