Podcast appearances and mentions of Paddy Power

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids take a look back at another unforgettable season of TPCP before turning their attention to the summer ahead and the upcoming World Cup.The lads relive some of the standout moments from the last 12 months, including unforgettable appearances from Jürgen Klopp, Gary Oldman, Danny Dyer, James Milner, Marcus Mumford, Tony Pulis, Mick McCarthy and many more. They debate which guests delivered the biggest surprises, who they'd love to get on next season, and celebrate just how far the podcast has come.There's also plenty of classic nonsense along the way. Pete reveals the outrageous pub and barbecue setup he's inherited at his new house, The lads accidentally creates a disaster with a congratulatory baby card, and Sids shares the incredible story of his son's hole-in-one that has already become family folklore.The boys revisit some of the best "Game's Gone" moments of the year, discuss the future of deadline day chaos, and react to Arsenal's agonising Champions League Final defeat, asking whether Mikel Arteta's side were only inches away from football immortality.With World Cup plans now firmly underway, the gang reflect on one of their biggest seasons yet and look ahead to what promises to be a summer of chaos, football, and unforgettable stories.As always, leave your comments below and let us know who you'd love to see in the Chumbawambar next season.Chumbawamba- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 00:00 - Intro & Sids arrives after "pre-devs"03:00 - Pete reveals the pub inside his new house04:12 - The outrageous barbecue setup revealed05:18 - Guinness and Moretti on tap at Crouchy's06:04 - Plans for a future podcast barbecue07:14 - Sponsor message08:53 - Looking back on the TPCP season09:33 - Best guests of the year discussed10:34 - Klopp, Gary Oldman & favourite interviews11:53 - Robbie Williams and dream future guests12:37 - Football's unsung heroes deserve more attention14:02 - Why Tony Pulis & Mick McCarthy were podcast gold15:02 - Macclesfield sponsorship memories16:17 - The signed TPCP jacket winner17:22 - Random football encounters on holiday18:05 - Sids' son's incredible hole-in-one story19:32 - Manifesting goals and sporting moments21:17 - "Clear the decks" if Crouchy gets a hole-in-one22:15 - Shin Pads, Peteroni glasses & podcast inventions23:46 - The best "Game's Gone" moments this season25:40 - Digital programmes and deadline day debates27:12 - Fans contribute their own "Game's Gone" moments28:03 - Reflecting on another season together29:05 - Pete's disastrous pint pour30:09 - The worst congratulations card ever created32:22 - Baby Arteta34:06 - Champions League Final reaction35:20 - Did Arsenal deserve criticism for their approach?37:08 - What happens after losing a major final?38:24 - Crouchy's memories of Athens 200738:47 - Paddy Power season-ending forfeit revealed40:45 - Chris must perform stand-up comedy42:34 - Wrapping up the season42:52 - World Cup plans and heading to America43:10 - Visa worries and final sign-off- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids wrap up another chaotic Premier League season… but not before getting distracted by AI-generated football conspiracies, military dolphins, and Declan Rice answering a FaceTime call LIVE on the podcast the morning after his 5am title celebrations.The lads dive into Arsenal finally getting over the line after 22 years of waiting, with an emotional live chat from Declan Rice fresh off the back of the celebrations, plus debate whether guards of honour have officially become the most awkward tradition in football.There's also discussion around Liverpool's uncertain future, Mohamed Salah's comments, Spurs surviving the drop, and the absolute madness surrounding Southampton's playoff controversy.Elsewhere, the pod spirals beautifully into conversations about fake AI football news, Jose Mourinho rumours, and whether anyone can actually trust the internet anymore. Plus, the Football League season finally comes to an end as Sids is crowned champion… and receives one of the most outrageous prizes the podcast has ever seen.It's the final Premier League episode of the season — and naturally, it completely loses the plot.Chumbawamba- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 00:00 - Pete opens for a brief remote segment after being called away urgently01:24 - Crouchy's ridiculous new BBQ setup03:24 - Plans for a future podcast BBQ episode04:00 - End of season reflections begin04:26 - Guards of honour debate kicks off05:12 - Bernardo Silva & John Stones discussion06:01 - “Where does it end?” with football send-offs06:58 - Nobody actually likes guards of honour08:18 - Arsenal title win reactions09:20 - Spurs surviving relegation and West Ham going down10:41 - Bizarre celebrations get called out11:20 - Odegaard dragging Arteta into the celebrations11:53 - Ollie Watkins partying before scoring a brace at Man City12:51 - End of season review officially starts14:31 - Players mentally switching off after the season ends15:33 - Why footballers are told to completely rest16:15 - How Arsenal balance title celebrations with Champions League prep17:30 - The Arsenal celebrations outside the Emirates17:58 - Declan Rice joins live on FaceTime after winning the league18:59 - Rice admits the pressure was huge this season: “it can't happen again”20:16 - Why Declan Rice “makes you love Arsenal”20:55 - Arteta finally gets credit for Arsenal's rebuild21:56 - Liverpool's uncertain future and Salah's comments24:07 - Has Salah's relationship with Liverpool broken down?25:08 - Southampton playoff controversy explained26:13 - Would players feel robbed by the playoff punishment?27:51 - Middlesbrough accidentally benefiting from the chaos29:13 - AI football rumours start fooling everyone29:53 - Crouchy gets completely tricked by fake Dua Lipa photos31:05 - “Dua Lipa” joins the podcast31:12 - “Game is gone” as AI takes over football discourse31:52 - Mourinho, Xabi Alonso & fake football news32:18 - Crouchy somehow ends up discussing military dolphins34:38 - Spurs fan asks how to present Player of the Year award35:34 - Why relegated clubs shouldn't even hold awards nights37:20 - Final Football League standings revealed38:21 - Paddy Power's brutal final message to Chris Stark40:09 - Sids receives an outrageous custom championship ring41:36 - The dramatic “ring ceremony” begins43:26 - Final reflections on the football season44:04 - Crouchy delivers emotional end-of-season speech44:56 - “Please continue to kiss the ring”For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids are joined by one of England's toughest ever players… Terry Butcher.From THAT iconic blood-soaked shirt to facing Diego Maradona at the height of his powers, Terry takes us right inside the chaos, passion, and brutality of football in the 80s and 90s.The lads dive deep into Italia 90, the legendary England dressing room, Gazza stories, Bobby Robson's management style, and why Terry believes modern football has “gone soft”. There's also incredible insight into what it actually felt like playing against Maradona during the infamous Hand of God match in 1986 — including what happened when Terry confronted him afterwards.Away from football, Terry opens up emotionally about his son Christopher, his battle with PTSD after serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the powerful ITV documentary Invisible Wounds. It's one of the most honest and moving conversations we've ever had on the podcast.Plus: shirt-swapping disasters, Escape To Victory, Dwight Yorke in Australia, and why footballers should stop pulling their socks down.Chumbawamba- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Be sure to watch Invisible Wounds, which will air on ITV and ITVX in June, ahead of England's World Cup opener v Croatia on June 17th.Combat2Coffee: https://www.combat2coffee.co.uk/Combat Stress: https://combatstress.org.uk/Help For Heroes: https://www.helpforheroes.org.uk/get-help/ex-service-women/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23612607550&gbraid=0AAAAADfdgk3vGyf2yF9_4TfZXzAow3j3X&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlLDQBhDjARIsAPlIefFfyifNOXZ69J4ExXskaJtW_LA5j_-jigg8zBDVVMgkk3oJCeClSS4aAq4HEALw_wcB 00:00 - Eurovision chat and Wembley FA Cup stories02:04 - Chris and Sids wind Pete up about Wembley03:55 - John Terry sends Pete a Ruud Gullit surprise video05:26 - Terry Butcher joins the podcast06:25 - Inside the legendary Italia 90 England camp08:03 - Why England never expected to win Italia 9009:24 - England training sessions were “harder than matches”11:28 - Terry explains his mentality playing for England13:23 - “The game's gone soft” starts here14:00 - The full story behind the bloodied shirt15:34 - Why Terry refused to come off injured17:28 - “Every header felt like a squelch”18:20 - Terry reacts to fans dressing up as him19:47 - Life at Rangers and Old Firm madness22:46 - Terry relives the Hand of God match24:21 - Hearing England scream “HANDBALL!” at Maradona25:30 - Terry confronted Maradona after the game26:40 - Was Maradona the greatest ever?28:11 - What made Bobby Robson special29:34 - Terry's issues with modern footballers30:40 - Can England finally win another World Cup?31:33 - Finding out England call-ups on Ceefax32:10 - Why Terry hates energy gels on the pitch33:04 - Terry opens up about his son Christopher35:13 - PTSD, grief, and the struggles veterans face37:19 - How “Combat 2 Coffee” helps veterans talk40:29 - Terry speaks honestly about grief and crying42:38 - Listener questions begin42:59 - Why Terry turned down Escape To Victory44:11 - The only Argentina shirt Terry ever kept44:41 - John Terry's question: best centre-back partner?46:04 - Managing Sydney FC and Dwight Yorke stories48:07 - Highland derby chaos with Derek Adams50:28 - Terry explains what wearing the England shirt means51:04 - Terry's final rant about modern football51:47 - The lads reflect on Terry's emotional interview54:20 - End of Terry segment / football roundup begins01:02:43 - Why FA Cup managers should wear suits again01:06:10 - Listener story about referees and fancy dress01:12:00 - Paddy Power predictions01:28:11 - EndFor more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's guest is Anthony Richardson, who joins a growing list of comedians to be guests on this podcast. Indeed he follows in the footsteps of his fellow Exploding Head Mark Davison who featured last week. As well as being at the end of the line for ‘Colin from Portsmouth' Anthony is also the face of Paddy Power ads including being the barber who is still patiently waiting for the Man United fan to have his hair cut…Anthony's first memories of a match was at a ground that no longer exists, it's Elm Park back in September 1995, in front of nearly 8,000 hardy souls…

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris dive headfirst into one of the wildest Listener Mail episodes yet — and absolutely nothing is off limits. From pink eye, polyps and footballers wearing makeup on live TV… to whether finishing SECOND deserves an open-top bus parade, the lads somehow manage to cover it all.There's chaos as the boys debate if modern football has officially gone soft, including refs with trendy haircuts, xG nerds, shirt-off celebrations, and whether heading could eventually disappear from the game entirely. Plus, a listener's all-time “Games Gone” rant sparks one of the funniest football debates they've had in ages.Elsewhere, Pete reveals his secret childhood career working in his grandad's butcher shop, the Wealdstone Raider officially dumps Chris for Crouchy, and there's an unbelievable story involving someone legally named after the entire 1979 Liverpool team.The lads also react to bizarre old-school footballer tweets, discuss marathon punishments for the Football League, rank Aussie icons in a “Down Under Vanarama,” and preview the FA Cup Final with the help of Chris' wife Ria — who might actually be better at predictions than all three of them combined.It's listener mail at its absolute finest: ridiculous football chat, nostalgia, complete nonsense, and plenty of classic pod chaos.Chumbawamba00:00 - Intro, makeup chat & Chris' pink eye reveal03:15 - Polyps, bllocks & why the lads do this to themselves04:27 - Fans listening to the pod on the London Underground05:12 - Shin pad injury update & the listener who got slashed06:02 - Does SECOND place deserve an open-top bus parade?07:18 - Playoff winners vs automatic promotion debate08:50 - The Wealdstone Raider officially dumps Chris10:22 - Will the Wealdstone Raider come on the podcast?11:45 - Sponsored Segment with England15:52 - Download the England app!19:01 - Listener Mail officially begins19:21 - The unbelievable football shirt sent from Vanuatu20:48 - The lads decide to give the shirt away21:24 - Aussie caravans & the “Down Under Vanarama”25:31 - Steve Irwin, Alf Stewart & Toadfish in a Vanarama26:51 - Sids loses it at “Beanpole, Fire Pbes and One Ball”27:18 - Serious chat about checking yourself & men's health29:31 - A listener legally named after Liverpool's 1979 team30:43 - Charlie Otway's insane full name explained31:58 - Marathon punishment ideas for the Football League34:58 - The funniest accidental footballer tweets ever36:44 - “Games Gone” mega-rant begins37:11 - Referees with trendy haircuts debate37:29 - xG, “big chances” & football nerd culture38:19 - Shirt-off celebrations & VAR frustrations39:00 - Why clubs keep buying young foreign players39:20 - Is football removing physical contact from the game?40:23 - Players showing personality vs media backlash42:49 - Football League table update & Ria's prediction success45:24 - FA Cup Final preview: Chelsea vs Manchester City47:42 - Paddy Power's Minister of Mischief returns49:32 - Has Chris replaced the listeners with his wife?50:53 - Ria gives her FA Cup predictions52:28 - The lads react to Ria outperforming them54:30 - Why the FA Cup Final morning feels special57:00 - Predictions: Man United vs Forest & Newcastle vs West Ham58:37 - Paddy's Boost selections01:01:18 - OutroThe Official England squad drops May 22nd on the England App first - if you want to see who is making Tuchel's squad download the app here :https://england.onelink.me/rgxW/lbj1at4bAnd if you want to be in with a chance of winning an official signed England shirt - submit your selects in the Squad Selector by May 21st . #adFor more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's guest is Anthony Richardson, who joins a growing list of comedians to be guests on this podcast. Indeed he follows in the footsteps of his fellow Exploding Head Mark Davison who featured last week. As well as being at the end of the line for ‘Colin from Portsmouth' Anthony is also the face of Paddy Power ads including being the barber who is still patiently waiting for the Man United fan to have his hair cut…Anthony's first memories of a match was at a ground that no longer exists, it's Elm Park back in September 1995, in front of nearly 8,000 hardy souls…

On this week's 401st episode special of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris celebrate hitting an unbelievable milestone… by completely losing control of the show.First up is Portsmouth legend and cult hero Kit Man Kev, who delivers an all-time segment. From washing players' kits for cash, to lifting sofas over balconies, to wild dressing room stories and boxing sessions with players — Kev gives a brutally honest take on how football has changed, why “the game's gone,” and what modern players are missing.Next in is Nortei Nortey, where the lads are immediately apologetic for a previous episode's “funny name” antics… Nortei brings a different footballing perspective with stories from his career, connections to the lads, and a look into Dagenham & Redbridge's recent takeover.Then things take another left turn as Felix White (The Maccabees) joins — blending football, music, and podcasting worlds. There's talk of FA Cup obsession, crossover culture, and even a cheeky callback to Crouchy previously slagging off his podcast… before Felix quite literally plays the episode out with a fantastic live musical moment.No script, no structure — just three surprise guests, unbelievable stories, and a 401st episode special that proves sometimes the best episodes are the ones where nobody knows what's coming next.Chumbawamba00:00 - Intro & 401 episode milestone explained03:00 - Reflecting on podcast origins & early days04:00 - The “Peteroni” glass reveal (long pint glass)05:00 - First pour attempt goes horribly wrong06:30 - Cheers to 401!07:30 - Classic podcast memories & catchphrases08:30 - Story: Crouch getting recognised post-retirement09:30 - Glass-making video & behind-the-scenes reaction11:30 - Attempting to “split the P” 13:00 - Format reveal: mystery guests with blindfolds14:00 - Old VHS footage introduced14:30 - Young Crouchy's Chelsea interview clip reaction15:30 - Ball boy footage & early career nostalgia16:50 - Transition to first mystery guest18:30 - Blindfold guessing begins20:30 - Kev revealed: “heartbeat of Portsmouth”23:00 - Early Crouch days: living alone & being looked after24:30 - Sofa lifting through balcony story26:00 - Kev's backstory30:30 - Stories about legendary players32:30 - Dressing room fights & boxing stories37:00 - “Game's gone” discussion begins38:30 - Modern football vs old-school mentality40:00 - Smoking, culture & changes in football41:30 - Tribute to Portsmouth fans & emotional goodbye43:30 - Kev leaves & reaction from the lads44:30 - Second guest teased46:00 - Clues: football links, connections to hosts48:00 - Identity slowly pieced together49:00 - Nortei Nortey revealed50:00 - Football journey & connections discussion51:30 - Talking career paths & recent football experiences53:00 - Banter about mutual links & teams54:30 - Short but lively segment wraps up55:30 - Third guest teased (non-football world hints)56:00 - Clues: podcast, music, crossover with sport57:45 - Big clue: FA Cup book reference58:10 - Felix White revealed (The Maccabees)01:05:00 - Felix White segment continues: football + music crossover chat01:07:00 - Podcast banter & shared industry stories01:08:30 - Felix reflects on football culture & storytelling01:09:00 - Felix plays live music / plays the episode out

Paul Sloane joins James Smith to dismantle the myth of bad luck and reveal why the most successful innovations in history happened entirely by accident. A Cambridge engineer, former IBM marketer, and bestselling author, Sloane argues that what most people write off as misfortune is actually a hidden opportunity, and the people who notice it are the ones who change industries.

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids are joined by Premier League legend James Milner — and it's every bit as honest, chaotic, and insightful as you'd expect. From breaking appearance records to being labelled “boring,” Milner opens up on the mentality that's kept him at the top for over two decades.He takes us right back to his Leeds debut at just 16, the brutal dressing room culture that shaped him, and the surreal transition from academy kid to first-team regular. The conversation dives deep into his time at Newcastle and Aston Villa, before lifting the lid on the madness at Manchester City — big egos, training ground bust-ups, and the relentless fight to stay in the team amid £30m signings every summer.Milner also shares incredible insight into Liverpool's transformation under Jürgen Klopp — from early disappointments to building a title-winning machine — revealing the intensity, leadership, and culture that powered one of the most dominant teams in Premier League history.There's also plenty of classic pod chaos: dressing room pranks, wild fines, and stories that perfectly sum up why Milner is one of football's most respected pros. After Milner departs, the lads wrap things up with a Paddy Power segment and this week's Chaos Card, making some very questionable “phone a friend” calls…Chumbawamba00:00 - Intro, chaos & podcast return00:14 - Testicular cancer awareness message00:48 - Giveaway winner & merch chat02:26 - Milner joins the pod03:00 - “Boring Milner” label explained03:38 - Breaking the appearance record05:16 - Dealing with attention & praise06:44 - Avoiding the limelight08:12 - Fitness, longevity & elite standards10:03 - Dad's influence & mentality10:36 - Old-school Leeds dressing room culture12:18 - Leadership & helping younger players14:46 - Debut at 16 for Leeds16:01 - First team training shock00:17:37 - Premier League debut story19:29 - Dressing room pranks & chaos21:41 - Earning respect as a young player24:15 - Aston Villa move & failed transfer26:29 - Villa form & career progression29:00 - Playing 7 positions in one game30:56 - Man City move & title-winning journey33:25 - Big egos, fights & training chaos37:02 - Aguero title moment reaction39:11 - Liverpool move explained42:19 - First impressions of Liverpool45:51 - Klopp's arrival & ruthless standards47:19 - Intensity of Klopp training50:10 - Personal connection & leadership1:05:00 - Listener messages & wrap up1:18:46 - Milner leaves the podcast1:20:30 - Post-interview debrief with the lads1:25:10 - Paddy Power segment1:30:15 - Chaos Card: Phone a Friend begins1:35:40 - Celebrity calls chaos & wrap-up1:38:50 - OutroFor more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FanDuel's new BetProtect Plus feature is getting a lot of attention — but is it actually worth it? We break down how the 3% premium works, why it might seem appealing to casual bettors, and the major flaws that make it a losing play long term. From guaranteed negative EV scenarios to why using it on unders makes no sense, we explain what bettors are missing and why this “protection” could be costing you more than you think. Plus, we discuss the marketing angle behind the rollout and why this might be a win for sportsbooks, even if it's a loss for bettors. We also get into the ongoing debate around unit shaming after a bettor was criticized for the size of their wager, and whether that kind of reaction is justified. Then, we break down the early payout controversy after Paddy Power paid out Arsenal to win the Premier League — only for the title race to flip after a major result. Was it a smart marketing move or a costly mistake? All that and plenty more from across the sports betting world on this episode of Circle Back, hosted by Jacob Gramegna with Rob Pizzola, Kirk Evans, and Geoff Fienberg.

On this week's episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, it's a full-blown Liverpool legends special as Crouchy parks up in the iconic Liverpool Sky Bar for a series of unforgettable chats with some of the biggest names in football.First up, Thiago Alcântara — former Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Liverpool midfielder — breaks down the art of controlling a game, reveals why modern football might be over-coached, and names the greatest players he's shared a pitch with, including Andrés Iniesta and Bobby Firmino. His insight into tempo, creativity, and football intelligence is as sharp as you'd expect from one of the most technically gifted midfielders of his generation.Next, Liverpool cult hero Pepe Reina joins the lads to reflect on his incredible Anfield career, from Golden Glove dominance to dressing room culture. Now a coach, Reina shares what it really takes to build team spirit, adapt to new environments, and why Liverpool's atmosphere is unlike anything else in football.We also hear from Matt Parish, Director of the LFC Foundation, who lifts the lid on the staggering impact the club is having off the pitch — supporting tens of thousands of people, tackling inequality, and raising over £1 million through the legends match alone.Finally, Liverpool's all-time top scorer and Welsh icon Ian Rush sits down to talk legacy, goal scoring records, and why the Premier League era has changed how greatness is remembered. From Salah comparisons to global fandom, Rush gives a fascinating perspective on what it means to represent Liverpool.Back in the studio, the lads react to the chats, all hell breaks loose in the Paddy Power predictions with the introduction of “Chaos Cards,” and they somehow manage to circle it all back to omelettes, shin pads, and classic Crouchy nonsense…Chumbawamba00:00 - Holiday catch-up & elite omelette appreciation02:04 - Wine tasting nonsense & restaurant rituals04:12 - Easter break, golf & beach football recap05:06 - Giffgaff chaos & becoming “the brand”06:17 - 5-a-side tournament idea: settling debates once and for all07:12 - Massive episode preview: Liverpool legends lineup08:09 - Shin pad debate heats up again09:18 - Testing “ultimate shin pads” idea10:08 - Taking kicks for science?!11:11 - Thiago interview begins12:02 - Comparing Liverpool to Europe's elite clubs13:01 - How Thiago controls tempo in games14:27 - Coaching vs freedom in modern football16:03 - Thiago names best players he's played with17:15 - Why Firmino is so underrated18:48 - Spain's chances & international football chat19:31 - Shin pads gift moment with Thiago20:24 - Pepe Reina interview begins21:12 - Reina's brutal first impression of Liverpool weather22:18 - Building dressing room culture & respect23:49 - Greatest Liverpool memories & atmosphere25:14 - Golden Glove dominance explained26:06 - Falling short of the Premier League title27:47 - Life after football: Reina the coach29:11 - Shin pads return (again!)30:22 - Matt Parish interview begins31:04 - Selling out 60,000 for legends games31:37 - LFC Foundation's mission explained32:07 - Tackling inequality through football33:21 - £1M fundraising impact revealed35:10 - Ian Rush interview begins35:50 - Premier League era vs old records37:00 - Where Rush ranks among the greats38:12 - Global size of Liverpool fanbase39:01 - Salah comparisons & goal scoring legacy43:18 - Back to the studio: debrief begins45:00 - Reactions to Thiago, Reina & Rush48:32 - Chaos Cards introduced52:00 - Paddy Power predictions chaos55:28- Final thoughts & listener shoutouts01:02:02 - Wrapping up the madness with banana bread…For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris are joined by global chart-topper Dermot Kennedy for a wide-ranging chat that blends football culture with life on the road as one of the world's biggest touring artists. From busking on the streets of Dublin to selling out the Aviva Stadium, Dermot opens up about the grind behind his rise, the self-doubt before album releases, and why live performances still mean everything to him.The lads dive into Dermot's deep love for football, growing up as a Manchester United fan inspired by Roy Keane, and his unforgettable experiences playing Soccer Aid alongside legends like Wayne Rooney, Rivaldo, and Carlos Tevez. There's also a brilliant crossover between music and football as they compare elite mentality, confidence, and what separates the very best from the rest.We also get a hilarious (and slightly chaotic) guitar lesson for Sids as he prepares for a potential live performance at Finsbury Park, plus a stunning live acoustic performance from Dermot that completely stops the room.After Dermot heads off, Pete and Sids regroup to debrief Pete's participation in another Liverpool Legends match, the Paddy Power predictions, and life without Chris—who's conveniently on holiday…Chumbawamba00:00 - Podcast intro & Sid's “popstar” identity crisis03:10 - Wild guest booking stories & big names teased05:10 - Phone network XI & absurd football chat07:45 - Dermot Kennedy joins the podcast09:00 - Touring with global superstars & live show pressure10:45 - New album nerves & self-doubt before release12:00 - Busking in Dublin & early arrogance14:00 - Music industry vs old-school artistry debate16:00 - Irish music culture & live performance roots17:30 - Football fandom & Roy Keane stories19:00 - Meeting Roy Keane & brutal fan encounters22:00 - Playing football growing up & mental escape23:30 - Soccer Aid stories & facing elite pros27:30 - Playing Old Trafford & halftime performance nerves29:00 - The moment his career exploded overnight31:30 - Talent vs hard work in music33:00 - Sid's chaotic guitar journey begins35:00 - Sid plays guitar (and survives)36:30 - Dermot performs live acoustic (incredible moment)38:30 - Fan questions & bizarre phone plan reveal40:30 - Songs he nearly didn't release42:00 - Touring life & favourite cities44:00 - Musicians who can actually play football45:00 - “Game's Gone” – VAR & modern football rants48:30 - Dermot leaves & shin pad campaign chaos50:00 - Liverpool Legends match debrief55:00 - Paddy Power predictions & football catch-up01:05:00 - Chris on holiday & podcast wrap-upFor more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of iGaming Daily, SBC Media Manager Fernando Noodt is joined by Ted Menmuir and Ted Orme-Claye to discuss Paddy Power's confirmed marketing redundancies and what they signal for the wider UK gambling industry.Following confirmation from Flutter Entertainment that restructuring is underway at Paddy Power, the team breaks down why marketing has become an early casualty, how exposed Flutter is to the incoming 40% remote gaming duty, and what this means for the future of major UK gambling brands. The discussion also explores whether these cost-cutting measures are just the beginning, how the UK market could be reshaped in 2026 and beyond, and why leadership across the major PLCs is now under more pressure than ever to prove ROI, protect margins and fight for market share. Tune in to hear: Why Paddy Power has started cutting roles in marketing  Why marketing is often the first area hit during restructures  How exposed Flutter is to the new 40% RGD era  What this means for Sky Bet, Betfair, Tombola and the wider UK portfolio  Why 2026 could completely reset staffing, sponsorship and media buying strategies in UK gambling  How the battle for market share may reshape the industry in 2027 and beyond Host: Fernando Noodt Guests: Ted Menmuir & Ted Orme-Claye Producer: Luke MilesSubscribe for more daily insight into the global betting and gaming industry.Learn how Optimove's Positionless Marketing is changing how iGaming teams operate. Discover how operators are using Optimove's Positionless Marketing Platform to launch personalised CRM campaigns, dynamically change casino lobbies and bet slips, and create engaging gamified experiences. Learn more at optimove.com.Finally, remember to check out Optimove at https://hubs.la/Q02gLC5L0 or go to Optimove.com/sbc to get your first month free when buying the industry's leading customer-loyalty service.#iGaming #PaddyPower #FlutterEntertainment #GamblingIndustry

On the week of The Irish Open 2026, sponsored by PokerStars and PaddyPower, we've got a phenomenal show! Joining us is live and online cash game and tournament beast Mat Frankland. We also welcome the 2022 Irish open champion Steve O'Dwyer. For strategy, we look at a hand of mine from the PartyPoker Sheffield main event. Michael Dwyer stops by to discuss some friendly rivalry between poker training sites Simplify Poker and Jaka Coaching. Plus, Best selling poker author Barry Carter has all the latest news.

CHELTENHAM DAY THREEPaul Hawksbee and Andy Jacobs had a blast live from Cheltenham for the third day of racing! Charlie Baker brings you an explosive line-up! He's catching up with the legendary England cricket icon, Darren Gough, AND the one, the only, the absolutely fabulous GC - Gemma Collins!But wait, there's more! The lads are joined by the betting titan himself, the one-and-only Paddy Power!And don't worry, they're still rolling out your favourite feature.... the glorious Birthday Spread!Don't miss a minute—tune in and enjoy the chaos!You can find more from us here:Instagram: @tSHandJTwitter: @tSHandJYouTube: talkSPORTWebsite: Live Radio, Breaking Sports News, Opinion - talkSPORT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads are joined by Fulham's in-form winger and Welsh international Harry Wilson — and there are some unbelievable stories behind his rise.Harry opens up about the incredible moment his grandad placed a £50 bet on him to play for Wales when he was just 18 months old — a punt that eventually paid out £125,000 when Harry made his debut years later. It's a story so good it genuinely sounds like a film.The conversation also dives into Harry's journey through Liverpool's academy, signing his first contract at just nine years old, and learning from elite players like James Milner, Adam Lallana, Mohamed Salah, and Roberto Firmino in Jurgen Klopp's first-team training sessions.Harry explains the reality of the loan system in football, including the tough spell that nearly derailed his career before a confidence rebuild back at Liverpool helped turn things around.There are also brilliant insights into the Wales national team, including what it was like playing alongside Gareth Bale and Aaron Ramsey, the electric atmosphere of the Welsh anthem, how Craig Bellamy's strict standards are shaping the new generation, and Harry reveals his personal favourite goal ever — a stunning free kick at Old Trafford for Derby County.On top of that, there are of course some classic Crouch pod shenanigans, such as Sid's surreal story about drinking Bollinger with Brazilian Ronaldo on a ski trip, debating the correct size of shin pads, and Crouchy settles the confusion around a recently surfaced video of him and Messi's 1v1 in Croydon…Chumbawamba00:00 - Subscribe song & Intro01:21 - The “wrong glass for drinks” debate03:30 - Sid's ski trip and meeting Brazilian Ronaldo06:20 - Asking Ronaldo what phone network he's on08:45 - Ski trip stories continue10:48 - Harry Wilson joins the podcast11:30 - Harry's incredible season at Fulham12:50 - Palace or Spurs goal – his favourite this season13:45 - Listening to the podcast & life with a newborn14:40 - Shin pad debate: modern footballers wear tiny ones18:05 - Signing for Liverpool at just 9 years old20:10 - Growing up in rural Wales21:45 - The call from Ian Rush22:50 - Wales debut at 16 years old23:50 - The famous £50 bet from his grandad26:30 - Passion & playing for your country 28:30 - Michael Sheen's team speech31:10 - The harsh reality of loan spells in football33:00 - Injury setbacks and rebuilding confidence33:50 - Training with Klopp's Liverpool first team36:40 - Best player in Liverpool training?38:20 - England's chances at the World Cup40:00 - Craig Bellamy's strict standards with Wales42:10 - Bellamy's dressing room rules44:40 - What players do on Wales international camps46:05 - Marco Silva's impact at Fulham47:55 - Harry reveals which phone network he uses49:20 - Favourite goal ever: free kick at Old Trafford51:00 - Set-piece tactics in modern football55:00 - Listener questions & football stories01:03:19 - Harry Wilson leaves the podcast01:04:20 - Paddy Power's Cheltenham segment01:07:00 - Score predictions begin01:10:30 - Spurs' struggles discussed01:16:10 -Crouchy and Messi in Croydon?01:17:00 - OutroFor more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fancy backing a few winners at the 2026 Cheltenham Festival?  Look no further.   Brought to you by Paddy Power, RacingTV, Racing Post, SportingLife & Winners Enclosure.   Paddy Power hosts a top panel of Ruby Walsh, Johnny Dineen, Lydia Hislop & Tony Mullins to run through all 28 races at the 2026 Cheltenham Festival.   #Cheltenham #CheltenhamFestival #CheltenhamFestival2026

Journalist, author and migration activist Fintan Drury joins Sean to discuss trials and tribulations over his career in the RTÉ newsroom and Northern Ireland, public relations and serving on the board of Paddy Power and Anglo Irish Bank, leaving not long before it failed.

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, we're joined by one of the Premier League's original centre-forward royalty… Les Ferdinand.Before the goal compilations, before the Sky Sports montages, before strikers were measured by pressing data and heat maps, there was “Sir Les”. QPR icon. Newcastle hero. The man leading the line when the Premier League still felt brand new. A proper No.9. Power, presence, goals everywhere he went. If you grew up in the 90s, you knew exactly what Les Ferdinand meant.He joins Pete, Sids and Chris to talk about the journey from West London non-league graft to becoming one of the most feared forwards in the country. There's the unbelievable story of starting out as a goalkeeper, the Turkey move that changed his mentality forever, and the sliding doors moment with Manchester United that could have rewritten football history. We get into loyalty, ambition, dressing room politics and the brutal advice from Ray Wilkins that stuck with him for life. It's honest, funny, reflective and packed with the kind of insight only someone who's lived it can give.We've split our conversation Les into two parts, and after we transition out of the nostalgia fuelled Part 1, things immediately descend into remote chaos.We build up to Macclesfield's FA Cup tie and what it could mean for the pod, update the leaderboard as the pressure ramps up, and dive into this week's Paddy Power predictions with a North London Derby thrown into the mix. There's a live package opened on air that nobody fully understands, some technical mishaps, a bit of shouting about scores, and the sort of disorder that only seems to happen when we're not all in the same room.Part 2 with Les drops next week. Trust us, you'll want it.00:00 – Intro: One of the Premier League's original No.9s02:12 – Early career doubts & never expecting to go pro05:48 – Growing up in West London & early football influences08:36 – Playing as a GOALKEEPER for three years11:04 – The hat-trick that changed his position forever14:22 – Non-league graft & the reality of rejection17:10 – FA Vase Final at Wembley before the big time20:45 – The move to Turkey: why he said yes23:58 – First training session… 30,000+ fans watching26:41 – Battling imposter syndrome abroad29:55 – The mindset shift that transformed him33:18 – Returning to QPR a completely different striker37:42 – Becoming one of the Premier League's most feared forwards41:06 – Manchester United interest becomes real…43:45 - Part 1 with Les ends44:00 – Macclesfield FA Cup update ahead of kick-off46:50 – Instagram shoutout (Greatest Kits)50:30 – Catchphrase encounters in Soho54:07 – Paddy Power segment begins1:08:50 – On-air package chaos!1:10:40 – Sign off… tune in for part 2 next weekThis episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK's No.1 breakdown provider. It's OK with the AA, they're the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at www.theaa.com/Crouch T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/bestFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode of your go-to darts podcast after the PDC World Masters!   The boys start the show with a look back at last week's action in Milton Keynes, which saw Luke Littler tick off another major title with a 6-5 win over Luke Humphries in the World Masters final.   Emma Paton (19:10) joins the show ahead of hosting Sky's coverage of the new Premier League Darts season. The Sky Sports presenter reflects on the last few years and the rise in popularity of darts and what the future could have in store for the sport, as well as her own role as a presenter and working with Winmau and Paddy Power.   Alex and Burton continue their review of the World Masters by giving their take on the new coverage from ITV, now under the Matchroom production, before providing a detailed preview and insight for the new Premier League season.   Edwin Torbjörnsson (57:52) calls in ahead of the start of the new PDC Nordic & Baltic season this weekend. The Swedish International looks back on his career so far from gold medal success in the WDF Europe Cups and playing at Lakeside to his thrilling run to the final of last year's inaugural PDC Nordic & Baltic Championship.    The boys wrap up the show with a dip into the mailbag to answer your listeners questions.   Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** Get your own Alex Moss replica shirt (as worn by our co-host at the Las Vegas Open 2026) from DJD here! A % of the profits will be donated to The Ethan King Fund for Ewing Sarcoma Research *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 different manufacturers.  This podcast is sponsored by Darts Atlas - the platform for darts players, venues, and organisations. Darts Atlas is the home of the Amateur Darts Circuit (ADC) with hundreds of tournaments held on the platform every week.  Have you used Darts Atlas before? Share your feedback and experiences with Darts Atlas with us by sending an email to weeklydartscast@gmail.com and be in with a chance of winning some new logo Weekly Dartscast stickers! Check out Condor Darts here: UK site *** Enjoy our podcast? Make a one-off donation on our new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/weeklydartscast Support us on Patreon from just $2(+VAT): patreon.com/WeeklyDartscast Thank you to our Patreon members: Phil Moss, Gordon Skinner, Connor Ellis, Dan Hutchinson

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris are joined by the one and only Marcus Mumford for a wide-ranging, hilarious, and surprisingly football-obsessed chat. From charity matches and penalty shootouts with José Mourinho, to growing up as a die-hard AFC Wimbledon fan, Marcus opens up on how deeply football is woven into his life and music.The lads dive into unforgettable stories from the Grenfell charity match, playing alongside Premier League legends, and why grassroots football still hits harder than the modern game. Marcus also lifts the lid on life at the very top of music — from Glastonbury and Hyde Park to playing at the White House, meeting Barack Obama, and getting a no-nonsense songwriting pep talk from Noel Gallagher.There's chaos too, as Crouchy's Spanish guitar challenge gathers pace, gigs are planned (and refused) around England kick-offs, and Marcus explains why hearing his music on Match of the Day was a bigger moment than almost anything else.Music, football, side quests, and a proper debate about whether the game really has gone — this one has it all.00:00 – Subscribe song, intro & opening chaos02:15 – Sid's holiday, previous guests & missing episodes05:10 – Guitar chat, New Year resolutions & festival fantasies08:40 – Kasabian, Finsbury Park & learning guitar late in life11:55 – Marcus Mumford joins the podcast14:30 – Grenfell charity match & scoring past José Mourinho19:05 – Visiting Mourinho at home & the “pantomime villain” role23:10 – Playing with football legends27:55 – New album Prizefighter & why it's his favourite record32:40 – Hyde Park, Glastonbury & refusing to gig during England games37:10 – AFC Wimbledon, grassroots football & fan ownership41:45 – Football chants, Match of the Day & music in stadiums46:20 – Noel Gallagher's brutal songwriting advice50:05 – Touring chaos, Mexico gigs & running into the sea mid-show54:30 – “Games Gone”, VAR & what football has lost57:10 – Chris serenades Marcus Mumford as a farewell58:05 – Paddy Power segment01:02:40 – Listener messages01:08:20 – Final thoughts, teasers & episode wrap-upThis episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK's No.1 breakdown provider. It's OK with the AA, they're the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at theaa.com/crouch T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/bestFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 2 of the Cheltenham Countdown sees Ruby Walsh and Rory Delargy looking ahead to the Champion Chase and Paddy Power Stayers' Hurdle.  A couple of big price each way shouts are in the mix, so don't miss out...  Be sure to subscribe to the channel so you don't miss any of our top class Cheltenham content! 18+ GambleAware 

Zeker, Arsenal heeft betere spitsen gehad dan Nicklas Bendtner. Dat geldt eigenlijk voor alle clubs waar hij in zijn te korte carrière voor speelde. Toch heeft de Deense aanvaller een onuitwisbare indruk achtergelaten, al lag dat meer aan zijn escapades buiten het veld. Vandaag is Lord Bendtner jarig, hij wordt 38. Als voetballer was hij symbool voor de magere jaren van Arsenal, al scoorde hij wel legendarisch na slechts 1,8 seconde in de North London Derby. Zijn bijnaam Lord Bendtner verwerft hij nadat hij een groot landgoed in Schotland koopt, een titel die hij zelf naar verluidt schitterend vindt. Bendtner is pas 26 als hij zijn laatste wedstrijd voor Arsenal speelt, waarna het vooral bergafwaarts gaat. Het rijtje escapades is indrukwekkend: hij overleeft een crash met zijn Aston Martin ternauwernood, verliest in anderhalfuur tijd 4 ton aan de roulettetafel, legt een wijnvoorraad van 50.000 flessen aan en laat een parkeerboete oplopen tot 38.000 euro. Zijn bijzondere band met taxi's levert hem 50 dagen cel op na meerdere vechtpartijen, waaronder een incident waarbij hij met zijn geslachtsdeel tegen een taxiraam slaat. Bij het EK 2012 krijgt hij 100.000 euro boete voor het tonen van zijn Paddy Power-boxer na een goal. Na Rosenborg en FC Kopenhagen hangt hij op zijn 31e al zijn voetbalschoenen aan de wilgen. Inmiddels is hij analist voor de Deense tv en zien we hem vooral met zijn verloofde op jetset-feestjes, al kondigde hij in 2024 nog aan de Mount Everest te willen beklimmen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Robertson, Paddy Power's former Head of Mischief, was given one job: grab attention by any means necessary. Known for outrageous campaigns and a flair for chaos, he built a career out of toeing the line. But one particular stunt, his most ambitious yet, pushed things further than even he expected.It all began when Ken Robertson staged a marketing stunt at the Vatican. He had Paddy Power set up betting odds at St Peter's Square during the 2007 papal conclave, which earned hourly coverage on Sky News. When Pope Benedict XVI resigned in 2014, he returned to the scene with a new and provocative promotion: “Money Back if the Pope is Black.”Then came the curveball.When Dennis Rodman announced a visit to North Korea with the Harlem Globetrotters, Ken saw a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to blend spectacle with scandal. He arranged for Paddy Power to sponsor a basketball match between the United States and North Korea, set to coincide with Kim Jong-un's 30th birthday.What followed was a diplomatic headache.• Kim Jong-un's regime carried out a brutal government purge just weeks before the event • The stunt drew scrutiny from institutional investors and even the United Nations • Paddy Power was forced to pull out at the last minute • The match went ahead without branding, and surprisingly, may have contributed to the eventual release of American prisoners • The campaign drew inspiration from the “ping pong diplomacy” that once thawed tensions between the United States and ChinaWhat started as a cheeky Vatican stunt nearly became an international crisis. This is the story of how Ken Robertson's wildest idea flirted with disaster and might have done some unexpected good. Is your strategy still right in 2026? Book a free 15-min no obligation discovery call with our host:

Big news for Paddy Power ambassador, Harry Cobden, this week, and it was announced he will be retained rider for JP McManus next season, in the UK and Ireland. Hear what Harry has to say about his new gig, as well as the usual look ahead to the weekend's rides, and his best chance of a winner! 18+ GambleAware

On this week's episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris dive headfirst into the magic — and madness — of the FA Cup. Fresh off an unforgettable third round, the lads break down one of the greatest underdog stories you'll ever hear, as non-league Macclesfield stun Crystal Palace and remind everyone why this competition still matters.Crouchy opens up about why these moments genuinely move him, sharing his love for the underdog and why football stories like this never lose their power. We hear firsthand from FA Cup hero Sam Heathcote — a PE teacher by day — as he joins the pod straight from the car en route to his next game, still buzzing from the biggest moment of his life.Elsewhere, the conversation turns darker as the lads unpack the brutal realities of the January transfer window. Sids delivers a painfully honest story about a training-ground moment that changed everything, revealing just how quickly confidence, careers, and clubs can turn… From muddy six-yard boxes to that infamous line — “we won't stop you” — this episode has it all.FA Cup magic, transfer trauma, darts obsession, Spanish songs, and absolute chaos. This is football in all its glory.00:00 - Welcome back, energy and settling in03:42 - Crouchy's holiday glow and chaotic catch-up06:40 - Back in the studio and the pod's evolving setup09:27 - FA Cup third-round draw reactions10:16 - The Macclesfield vs Palace shock explained12:14 - Why non-league FA Cup stories hit harder14:57 - Calling FA Cup hero Sam Heathcote and teammates live18:00 - A PE teacher by day, giant-killer by night21:35 - Was there belief before the upset?24:00 - The aftermath: celebrations, chaos and reality26:30 - Coming down from the FA Cup emotional high29:23 - FA Cup fallout and Tottenham reaction32:10 - Sidwell's January transfer experiences36:54 - The training-ground moment that changed everything39:06 - “I've never felt so degraded” — career crossroads42:10 - The phrase players fear: “We won't stop you”46:30 - Why January transfers mess with your head47:20 - Paddy Power segment53:40 - Will the heat affect our World Cup?58:40 - Final reflections on FA Cup magic and January realityFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week on That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads are joined by musician, Liverpool fan and long-time friend of the pod Miles Kane for an episode full of nostalgia, chaos and unbelievable storytelling. From the early days knocking about in Belsize Park to creating his brand-new album Sunlight in the Shadows with Dan Auerbach of the Black Keys, Miles lifts the lid on the madness, the music and the moments that shaped him.We get into FIFA soundtracks, Sky Sports montages and why football and music share the same obsessive mindset. Miles also tells the incredible story of how his childhood hero Roberto Baggio inspired one of his most emotional tracks — and how that song led him all the way to Baggio's house in Italy for one of the most surreal lunches of his life.There's backstage mayhem with Arctic Monkeys, broken ribs in five-a-side, fashion eras gone wrong, and a whole lot of love for the city of Liverpool. It's a proper journey through the highs, the lessons and the moments that stay with you forever.Chumbawamba 00:00 – Blockbuster nostalgia & video shop memories04:00 – VHS rentals, Soho shops & Warhammer confusion06:00 – Crouchy's weekend: Andy Carroll hat trick & The Greatest Showman08:11 – Tribute to Billy Bonds & West Ham memories09:37 – Predictions league: Sid pulls away11:49 – Palace V United reaction & Amorim tunnel reaction12:02 – Leeds v Liverpool preview (Paddy Power's Big Weekend)14:33 – Are Liverpool turning a corner?18:24 – Bet builder decisions & odds boost20:26 – Brighton v Villa preview & the ‘horny draw' debate22:31 – Sponsored segment (Haier) & discount code24:33 – Miles Kane arrives on the pod25:27 – Recording the new album in Nashville with Dan Auerbach31:06 – The Roberto Baggio song story begins34:01 – Miles meets Baggio in Italy37:10 – The aftermath: calling his mum & crying in the car41:05 – Arctic Monkeys Roundhouse story & mid-gig cameo44:13 – Why Miles quit five-a-side after breaking ribs & elbows54:00 – Gig crowds, global touring & life post-album release01:00:25 – The live musical performance & reaction from the lads 01:10:15 – Susie Dent breaks down the surname origin ‘Tancock' 01:14:41 – Listener message: she becomes “Mrs Corner” & the lads lose itFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Paddy Power co-founder Stewart Kenny shares a brutally honest account of how he built — and then left — the world's biggest betting company.From his father's influence and early fascination with risk to the creation of Paddy Power's fearless marketing, Stewart speaks candidly about success, addiction, ethics, and why he ultimately left the industry he helped define.

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads sit down with Premier League and England goalkeeping legend Joe Hart for an unbelievably honest, funny and revealing chat about the wildest moments of his career. From the chaotic early days at Manchester City and their takeover era, to the surreal Aguero title-winner scenes, Joe takes us inside the dressing room, the pressure, and the mentality of surviving as a top-level No.1.He opens up on the brutal moment Pep Guardiola told him he wasn't part of the new City vision, the emotional rollercoaster of being England's first-choice keeper, and the madness of shooting sessions with Beckham, Rooney, Gerrard, Lampard and Crouchy himself. The lads also go deep on team culture, loans, being replaced, punditry life, and even why goalkeepers should be allowed to wear hats again.And of course, there are stories from the 2010 World Cup dartboard battles, arguments with Declan Rice, and Joe's new extreme-challenge podcast. Let us know in the comments — what would YOU have done in Joe's position when Pep arrived?Chumbawamba 00:00 – England negativity & international break chat 00:08:58 – Joe Hart introduced; 2010 World Cup darts stories 00:13:36 – Quick-fire round: stadiums, managers & teammates 00:18:34 – Goalkeeper hats, towels & old-school traditions 00:36:02 – The Man City takeover & Robinho signing shock 00:37:24 – Loan to Birmingham; rivalry with Shay Given 00:38:02 – Paddy Power's Big Weekend Fixture and predictions break00:45:16 – Becoming City No.1 with Shay Given on the bench 00:51:14 – Pep Guardiola arrives & drops Joe Hart 00:52:53 – Joe explains talking with Pep afterwards 00:54:40 – Aguero moment & iconic celebration behind the scenes 00:59:30 – Title-winning night & surreal Man United awards 01:01:19 – Being England No.1 & dealing with constant changes 01:05:41 – England shooting sessions with elite attackers 01:23:48 – Working on Match of the Day as a pundit 01:25:39 – Joe Hart's new podcast & the “mind over everything” conceptFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick, coming to you today from Exeter racecourse, is joined by Lydia Hislop to reflect on the day's racing headlines. With Cheltenham's Paddy Power meeting in the rearview, they are joined by trainer Joe Tizzard and owner Ged Mason to reflect on their many successes. Also on today's show, Ollie Cann remembers husband Grant - stalwart of the South West jumps scene - who died on Saturday. Plus, Walter Connors, owner of Leader Sport, one of Auteuil's four Grade One winners on Sunday, and Dan Downie of Elite Racing on selling multiple graded stakes performer Tiffany at the Sceptre sessions. Our NZ correspondent Michael Guerin has the latest on seriously injured rider Bailey Rogerson.

Nick, coming to you today from Exeter racecourse, is joined by Lydia Hislop to reflect on the day's racing headlines. With Cheltenham's Paddy Power meeting in the rearview, they are joined by trainer Joe Tizzard and owner Ged Mason to reflect on their many successes. Also on today's show, Ollie Cann remembers husband Grant - stalwart of the South West jumps scene - who died on Saturday. Plus, Walter Connors, owner of Leader Sport, one of Auteuil's four Grade One winners on Sunday, and Dan Downie of Elite Racing on selling multiple graded stakes performer Tiffany at the Sceptre sessions. Our NZ correspondent Michael Guerin has the latest on seriously injured rider Bailey Rogerson.

It's Paddy Power Gold Cup Day! Ruby and Rory are back again to guide you through Saturday's ITV Racing from Cheltenham and Wetherby — a proper early-season highlight, not that we're biased or anything… Claim your free bet to be used on Cheltenham this Saturday, and find more information on all of the available offers this weekend, right here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport It's Weekend Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ | gambleaware.org

It's a huge weekend of jumps racing, with the Paddy Meeting at Cheltenham finally upon us. Harry Cobden takes PK through his intended mounts for all three days, with some very interesting notes on a couple of darker horses… This show is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ewY3SnP1IQY 18+ GambleAware

The band's back together! Ruby and Rory reunite for the first of two shows together this week, kicking things off with Friday's ITV Racing from Cheltenham as the November Meeting gets underway. Claim your Money Back Token for Friday, and find more information on all of the available offers this weekend, right here: https://promos.paddypower.com/sport Enter our FREE TO PLAY game Eliminator here: https://skillzone.paddypower.com/eliminator/ It's Friday Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ | gambleaware.org

Nick is joined by Mirror Newsboy David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Dan Skelton joins the show to reflect on his excellent weekend, too look ahead to his fancies for the Paddy Power fixture, and for comment on the news of the moment surrounding pitiful fields for novice chases. Also today, Nick and Dave round up the action from the last few days, Ann Duffield tells us why she's handing over the reins and also details the impact of John Dance on her business. Plus, with Nick now in Bahrain, Racing Director Ed Veale joins the show to preview this Friday's big race, while Charlotte catches up with owner Phil Cunningham on his squad for Dubai.

Nick is joined by Mirror Newsboy David Yates to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Dan Skelton joins the show to reflect on his excellent weekend, too look ahead to his fancies for the Paddy Power fixture, and for comment on the news of the moment surrounding pitiful fields for novice chases. Also today, Nick and Dave round up the action from the last few days, Ann Duffield tells us why she's handing over the reins and also details the impact of John Dance on her business. Plus, with Nick now in Bahrain, Racing Director Ed Veale joins the show to preview this Friday's big race, while Charlotte catches up with owner Phil Cunningham on his squad for Dubai.

Stewart Kenny, One of the Founders and Former Chief Executive of Paddy Power has called for higher gambling taxes to deter bookmakers from tactics that draw punters into more addictive games, as he said profits across the sector were “exploding”. Stewart spoke to Sean this morning,

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Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Johnson and Johnson baby powder Thousands sue company alleging it hid talcum powder cancer risks Cardiff may be UKs first city to impose SUV parking premium Paddy Power to close 57 shops in UK and Republic of Ireland Titan submersible imploded due to poor engineering, say US officials Grandfather relives eight day nightmare in Highland wilderness Celebrity Traitors episode three Celia Imries fart steals the show Warwickshire guide dog charity welcomes largest litter in years Asylum hotels dilemma The woman with a bold idea to solve it Patchway B and Q store closes after travellers move onto car park Government publishes evidence in collapsed China spy case

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Grandfather relives eight day nightmare in Highland wilderness Celebrity Traitors episode three Celia Imries fart steals the show Titan submersible imploded due to poor engineering, say US officials Patchway B and Q store closes after travellers move onto car park Asylum hotels dilemma The woman with a bold idea to solve it Paddy Power to close 57 shops in UK and Republic of Ireland Warwickshire guide dog charity welcomes largest litter in years Cardiff may be UKs first city to impose SUV parking premium Government publishes evidence in collapsed China spy case Johnson and Johnson baby powder Thousands sue company alleging it hid talcum powder cancer risks

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Grandfather relives eight day nightmare in Highland wilderness Patchway B and Q store closes after travellers move onto car park Government publishes evidence in collapsed China spy case Asylum hotels dilemma The woman with a bold idea to solve it Celebrity Traitors episode three Celia Imries fart steals the show Paddy Power to close 57 shops in UK and Republic of Ireland Cardiff may be UKs first city to impose SUV parking premium Titan submersible imploded due to poor engineering, say US officials Johnson and Johnson baby powder Thousands sue company alleging it hid talcum powder cancer risks Warwickshire guide dog charity welcomes largest litter in years

Lucinda Rouse and Andy Ricketts  are joined by Laura Kerby, chief executive of Prostate Cancer UK. Laura outlines the due diligence conducted by the charity to try to alleviate concerns about its partnership with the gambling company Paddy Power, which has allowed it to deliver live-saving interventions to men at risk of prostate cancer.She describes the complexities of engaging with political parties such as Reform UK, whose policies are often at odds with the charity's priorities but who nonetheless need to be factored into its influencing work.She explains how Prostate Cancer UK is working to keep prostate cancer in the spotlight, through bold and ambitious programming, working with celebrity ambassadors and clearly demonstrating its impact.Tell us what you think of the Third Sector Podcast! Please take five minutes to let us know how we can bring you the most relevant, useful content. To fill in the survey, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast. 2025 Season, episode 41.     Jon Armstrong & Shane Byrne, the winning crew, and second-placed Lorcan Moore chat to us about the Croatia Rally, the final round of the 2025 European Rally Championship.     Niall McGonigle joins us to talk about his win on the recent Chris Kelly Memorial Rally on the Isle of Man, his first closed road rally.   Chapters Start 00:00:00 Jon, Shane & Lorcan 00:06:13 Niall McGonigle 00:29:35

On this week's episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids are all recording remotely – and it shows. With Chris juggling kids, a house move, and a wife in A&E after a freak avocado incident, the lads start with sincere apologies to our listeners. (Chris' audio improves after the 6 minute mark!)From there, it's classic chaos: Crouch's dodgy pink headphones, festival stories, and the announcement of Pete's a ridiculous forfeit…The football chat gets lively with breakdowns of Liverpool's comeback against Newcastle, predictions for Arsenal vs Liverpool, and reflections on stadium atmospheres – from dodgy sound systems to legendary announcers. The lads also go deep on traditions, Bovril vs modern food trends, and the unspoken bonds between fans who see each other every week but never exchange names.Expect tangents on circular beds, waterbeds, half-time Coldplay gigs, and even hypothetical transfer “sliding doors” moments like Shearer at United or Gerrard at Chelsea.It's loose, funny, chaotic – and feels like being back in the pub with your mates.Chumbawamba 00:00 – Lads open remotely, Chris apologises for chaos.00:01:36 – Chris reveals wife's avocado accident and A&E trip.00:04:05 – Pete talks about hosting Alex James' Big Feastival.00:07:16 – Forfeit revealed: mascot appearance at Farnham Town.00:12:07 – Liverpool's dramatic late comeback against Newcastle.00:14:05 – Chat on Max Dalman's debut and rising star potential.00:15:34 – Paddy Power predictions: Liverpool vs Arsenal debate.00:24:19 – Big shout: Burnley upset incoming?00:29:16 – Stadium acoustics and dodgy sound systems.00:34:14 – Fallen giants: Crouchy on quiet stadiums like Reading.00:36:10 – Pre-match hype: Chelsea's “blue carpet” and DJ.00:39:15 – Worst away days: QPR's cramped stands and pillars.00:45:10 – The underrated job of stadium announcers.00:55:12 – Mad idea: watching football from a stadium swimming pool.00:59:01 – Campaign to bring Bovril back for kids.01:03:27 – Fans who see each other weekly but never ask names.01:12:16 – Sliding doors: Shearer at United, Gerrard at Chelsea.01:16:25 – Chris' new bed arrives mid-recording.01:22:03 – Throwback to chaotic, boozy Covid-era pods.Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when you stay true to yourself even when the world tells you to change?In this episode of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, I'm joined by Leah Spears, Head of Brand Strategy at Paddy Power. She shares the personal moments that shaped her leadership, from navigating judgement based on appearance to stepping into bold, visible roles. We explore confidence, curiosity, and what it takes to lead with integrity in an industry that doesn't always make it easy.We Cover: 01:22 – Why Leah joined Paddy Power and how she knew it was the right fit04:08 – The judgement she faced based on how she looked and who she was06:08 – The advice she regrets taking and how she quickly reclaimed herself08:50 – How she turned being underestimated into her biggest strength11:27 – Why being curious has helped her grow as a leader14:13 – How she handles difficult conversations without fear17:16 – Childhood ambitions and how they shaped her mindset20:53 – Creating real connections in a digital, hybrid workplace23:29 – What makes a great agency–client partnership work26:20 – How she's helping younger women in her team find their voice29:21 – Why confidence starts with knowing you don't have to know everythingDon't miss out on this powerful episode. 

Up to 800,000 customers at Betfair and Paddy Power and other companies suffer from a major data breach at parent firm Flutter that exposed personal details and account activity.

Fintan Drury once presented Morning Ireland, set up & then sold Drury Communications, set up a Sports Management company to represent global football & golf stars & brought the Ryder Cup to Ireland. He was also Chairman of Paddy Power and was on the board of Anglo Irish Bank in the run up to their collapse. He's written about that before but his latest book is about the situation in Gaza, called Catastrophe - Nakba II.

Nick is joined by ITV Racing, Sky Sports, Sun Racing, PaddyPower, atttheraces and Eventmastersuk's Matt Chapman to discuss the latest from around the horse racing world. In Newmarket for the Craven meeting, they catch up with Nell Gwyn winner Kieren Shoemark, who also has the lowdown on Craven Stakes fancy Field of Gold. Also on today's show, Kate Harrington gives us the inside track on mother Jessie's two Guineas contenders Green Impact and Hotazhell. Legendary consignor Willie Browne reflects on smashing his own Craven Breeze-Up record, while Roger Teal has the latest on Lockinge contender Dancing Gemini, Plumpton's Craig Staddon looks forward to welcoming Willie Mullins and Al Asayl's Harry Peter-Hoblyn is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstcock Guest.

Nick is joined by ITV Racing, Sky Sports, Sun Racing, PaddyPower, atttheraces and Eventmastersuk's Matt Chapman to discuss the latest from around the horse racing world. In Newmarket for the Craven meeting, they catch up with Nell Gwyn winner Kieren Shoemark, who also has the lowdown on Craven Stakes fancy Field of Gold. Also on today's show, Kate Harrington gives us the inside track on mother Jessie's two Guineas contenders Green Impact and Hotazhell. Legendary consignor Willie Browne reflects on smashing his own Craven Breeze-Up record, while Roger Teal has the latest on Lockinge contender Dancing Gemini, Plumpton's Craig Staddon looks forward to welcoming Willie Mullins and Al Asayl's Harry Peter-Hoblyn is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstcock Guest.