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“That kind of put soccer on my radar as a sport. I saw how deeply it meant to people, in a way I didn't appreciate prior to that. And then I was in London when the World Cup began, and I saw the opening match — Argentina and Cameroon, with Cameroon winning in an upset. Just the whole spectacle of it gave me an appreciation for the game.” — Brian Bunk, on Ireland, Italia '90, and the moment everything changed Not long now. Only seven days until the World Cup begins. Just enough time to read Brian D. Bunk's new The Shortest History of Soccer: From Ancient Kicking Games to the World's Most Popular Sport. History isn't Bunk with Brian. He looks a bit like Elton John, which is appropriate given that old Rocket Man was chairman of Watford and bankrolled the tiny English club to almost winning the league. Pop stars like Ed Sheeran (Ipswich) and Robert Plant (Wolves) love football, Bunk notes. Probably because it reminds them of where they came from. Bunk's thesis is that soccer's global dominance is not accidental. Born in the industrial communities of nineteenth-century England, the game gave workers a new identity, new evidence of their collective power, proof they'll never walk alone. That same logic explains why middle-aged men all over America religiously gather at their local bars to watch English teams with strange names like Ipswich Town and Wolverhampton Wanderers. Such is religion in our globalised post-industrial age. “Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that,” the great Liverpool manager Bill Shankly quipped. That's the shortest of short histories of football. What the working-class Shankly meant was that it gives us social meaning — which is, indeed, more historically significant than the life or death of a single individual. Or even God. Football saves our souls, Brian Bunk concurs with Bill Shankly. Enjoy the World Cup. Five Takeaways •       Soccer Was Born in Industrial Communities for a Reason: The game emerged in industrial Britain in the second half of the nineteenth century not by accident but because industrialisation had shattered traditional community life. Mass migration to cities, technological disruption, the loss of familiar rhythms — all created a need for new kinds of identity and belonging. Soccer filled that need. It gave factory workers a team to follow, a ground to gather at, a shared identity that transcended ethnic and class lines. Bunk's argument: this community function is baked into the game itself, which is why it has replicated across every culture it has touched. •       Why Americans Love the Premier League: Bunk identifies the 1990s as the pivotal decade for American soccer. The 1994 World Cup on home soil. The women's World Cup. The formation of MLS. The arrival of the FIFA video game. The Premier League broadcasting deals with ESPN and Fox. All of these combined and snowballed. Add to that the NFL owners investing in English clubs, the celebrity ownership wave (Ryan Reynolds, Elton John), and the cultural footprint of shows like Ted Lasso and Welcome to Wrexham. The result: a generation of Americans for whom following the Premier League is a primary source of community. •       Maradona: All the Contradictions of Football in One Man: Asked which historical match he would most want to attend, Bunk chooses Mexico City, June 1986: Argentina vs England. Not for the Hand of God goal — which was cheating — but for the second goal, the one where Maradona picked up the ball in his own half, went past five English players, and scored what is generally considered the greatest goal in the history of the game. Bryon Butler's BBC radio commentary: “turning like a little eel.” Andrew's verdict: if any single figure captures all the genius, joy, turbulence, and tragedy of football, it is Maradona. •       The World Cup Returns to North America: In seven days, the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins in the United States, Canada, and Mexico — the first time the tournament has returned to North America since the USA hosted in 1994. The timing of Bunk's book is deliberate. Soccer is more popular in America than at any point in history, and the home World Cup is the event that could push it into the first tier of American sports culture. The Premier League, MLS, women's soccer, and now the World Cup: the game's US footprint is larger than it has ever been. •       Andrew's Game: Tottenham vs Benfica, April 1962: Andrew's own fantasy match, offered unprompted at the end: the first leg of the 1962 European Cup semi-final between Tottenham Hotspur and Benfica at the Est00e1dio da Luz in Lisbon on March 20, 1962, with Eusebio and Jimmy Greaves on the same pitch. Spurs lost 320131 on the night, went out 420132 on aggregate. Two clear penalties not given. Andrew's conclusion: had Spurs won that match, the history of European football — and possibly his own life — would have been different. He notes that he has a son, and that he should have called him Jimmy. About the Guest Brian D. Bunk is a Senior Lecturer in History at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he teaches courses on world history, modern Europe, and the global history of soccer. He is the author of The Shortest History of Soccer: From Ancient Kicking Games to the World's Most Popular Sport (The Experiment, June 2026), Beyond the Field: How Soccer Built Community in the United States (University of Illinois Press, 2025), and From Football to Soccer: The Early History of the Beautiful Game in the United States (University of Illinois Press, 2021). He lives in Northampton, Massachusetts. References: •       The Shortest History of Soccer by Brian D. Bunk (The Experiment, June 2026). •       Beyond the Field: How Soccer Built Community in the United States by Brian D. Bunk (University of Illinois Press, 2025). •       Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup quarter-final, Azteca Stadium, Mexico City, June 22, 1986 — the Hand of God game, referenced as Bunk's fantasy match. •       Tottenham Hotspur vs Benfica, European Cup semi-final, Estádio da Luz, Lisbon, April 1962 — Andrew's fantasy match. About Keen On America Nobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States — hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 2,900 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On A...

I denne episoden ser vi nærmere på rivaliseringen mellom Liverpool og Manchester United, fra skipskanalen som skapte konflikt mellom byene, til de første møtene mellom Liverpool og Newton Heath, forholdet mellom Shankly og Busby, og Ferguson og Dalglish, Uniteds dominans på 90- og 2000-tallet, Liverpools lange ventetid på ligagull og hvordan styrkeforholdet har endret seg de siste årene. Det handler om hat, respekt, meritter, managerlegender, store kamper – og hvorfor dette oppgjøret fortsatt betyr litt mer enn de fleste andre.Musikk: https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Filaments by Scott Buckley | www.scottbuckley.com.au White Petals by Keys of Moon | https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoonAfter the Rain by Keys of Moon | https://soundcloud.com/keysofmoon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Pajak is joined by Gareth Roberts of Spirit of Shankly to discuss upcoming protests planned for Liverpool vs Fulham at Anfield, in regards to LFC ticket price rises. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Great Were Liverpool 1968–1974? | Bill Shankly's Last Great Liverpool SideWere Liverpool 1968–1974 the most important bridge in the club's history — the side that not only won major honours, but carried Bill Shankly's revolution from one great era into the next?In this episode of By Far The Greatest Team, Graham Dunn and Jamie Rooney are joined once again by regular guest Declan Clark to explore the final great Liverpool side built by Bill Shankly.This was a team in transition, but not in decline. As the giants of the mid-1960s faded, Shankly rebuilt again — reshaping Liverpool around new energy, new partnerships, and a new attacking edge. Out went some of the old certainties, and in came a side driven by Kevin Keegan, transformed by the arrival of John Toshack, and held together by the standards, steel, and emotional force that Shankly had embedded into the club.The episode dives into Liverpool's tactical evolution in the late 60s and early 70s, the growing importance of players like Emlyn Hughes, Tommy Smith, and Ian Callaghan, and the way this side adapted to a changing English game. We look at the domestic title battles, the near-misses, the rise of fierce rivalries with Leeds United, Arsenal, and Derby County, and the breakthrough of 1972–73, when Liverpool won both the league title and the UEFA Cup.But this is also the story of endings. Shankly's shock resignation in 1974 remains one of the most emotional departures in football history, and this episode reflects on what he left behind: not just trophies, but a culture, an identity, and the foundations of the Liverpool dynasty that followed.Was this simply Shankly's last great team — or one of the most important in Liverpool's entire story?TakeawaysHow Bill Shankly rebuilt Liverpool for a second great cycleWhy Kevin Keegan and John Toshack became such a devastating partnershipHow Liverpool evolved tactically during the early 1970sWhy the 1972–73 season was such a major moment in club historyWhat Shankly's final team left behind for the Liverpool sides that followedIf you enjoy football history, tactical evolution, and the stories behind the teams that shaped the game, this is the episode for you.Listen / Watch

Today we are joined by Alan McDougall, Professor of History at the University of Guelph, and the author of Dreams and Songs To Sing: A People's History of Liverpool F.C. From Shankly to Klopp (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2025). In our conversation, we discussed the rise of Liverpool as a global football club, the crises that beset the club during the Heysel and Hillsborough disasters, and the necessity of inherent optimism of fandom in contemporary sports. In Dreams and Songs to Sing, McDougall writes the history of Liverpool FC from Shankly to Klopp in a register that will appeal to both popular and scholarly readers. McDougall is a lifelong Liverpool supporter, and he is careful to point out where his connections to the club and its fandom might shade his examination, but he also shows how those same affective connections allow him to a unique entry point into issues only visible to fans and that supports can be even more critical than a detached observer. This is especially true in his investigation of Heysel and Hillsborough. The book proceeds roughly chronologically. The book's early chapters examine the club's connection to Liverpool's working-class district 4 and to their Anfield home ground. He pays special attention to the supporter's end - the notorious Kop. Using oral history interviews, McDougall illustrates the exceptional pull of the stadium to both local and global fans. The heart of the book is its engaging, thick description of the club's history during the Shankly era. McDougall shows that not only was Shankly a very successful manager, and quite funny, but that he ran the club with a sense of Liverpool's local identity. A man who arrived at the right time – he benefitted from Liverpool's growing global reputation; Beatlemania gave the city a sound but players and fans rubbed shoulders with comics, musicians, and poets. Shankly embodied the very local socialist, working-class attitudes of the majority of club supporters. His retirement shook the whole city. McDougall uses a family repository of letters to show how people from around the city, the country, and the world wrote to him to express sadness at him leaving and to wish him luck. McDougall's account might be from an insider, but his analysis does not shy away from shining a light on the difficult social politics that accompanied the club's enormous success on the field. European Cup victories sit alongside the deadly hooligan violence at Heysel. Black players like Howard Gayle and John Barnes face racism from the club's supporters. The club first ignores and then undervalues the rise of women's football. McDougall's history ends in the Klopp era – perhaps a mercy to Liverpool fans! He shows how the contemporary club embodies the idea of a global club with a local heart. The international ownership of the club has successfully navigated the rise of the Premier League and the increasing commercialization of European football, but local supporters have been innovative at creating a culture of resistance to changes that could undermine the glocal identity of Liverpool. Klopp symbolized this new football club: cosmopolitan, emotional, forward, successful. Compelling and hard to put down, McDougall's Dreams and Songs to Sing will appeal to all readers of sports history. It will be of particular interest to Liverpool supporters and football fanatics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

This Is Anfield's Matt Ladson sits down with journalist John Keith to reveal one of Liverpool's great untold stories about how Bill Shankly resigned and came back to the club days later, with even his players unaware that anything had happened.You can find John Keith's fictional novel, The Shankly Conspiracy, here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shankly-Conspiracy-John-Keith/dp/1804680885

Today we are joined by Alan McDougall, Professor of History at the University of Guelph, and the author of Dreams and Songs To Sing: A People's History of Liverpool F.C. From Shankly to Klopp (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2025). In our conversation, we discussed the rise of Liverpool as a global football club, the crises that beset the club during the Heysel and Hillsborough disasters, and the necessity of inherent optimism of fandom in contemporary sports. In Dreams and Songs to Sing, McDougall writes the history of Liverpool FC from Shankly to Klopp in a register that will appeal to both popular and scholarly readers. McDougall is a lifelong Liverpool supporter, and he is careful to point out where his connections to the club and its fandom might shade his examination, but he also shows how those same affective connections allow him to a unique entry point into issues only visible to fans and that supports can be even more critical than a detached observer. This is especially true in his investigation of Heysel and Hillsborough. The book proceeds roughly chronologically. The book's early chapters examine the club's connection to Liverpool's working-class district 4 and to their Anfield home ground. He pays special attention to the supporter's end - the notorious Kop. Using oral history interviews, McDougall illustrates the exceptional pull of the stadium to both local and global fans. The heart of the book is its engaging, thick description of the club's history during the Shankly era. McDougall shows that not only was Shankly a very successful manager, and quite funny, but that he ran the club with a sense of Liverpool's local identity. A man who arrived at the right time – he benefitted from Liverpool's growing global reputation; Beatlemania gave the city a sound but players and fans rubbed shoulders with comics, musicians, and poets. Shankly embodied the very local socialist, working-class attitudes of the majority of club supporters. His retirement shook the whole city. McDougall uses a family repository of letters to show how people from around the city, the country, and the world wrote to him to express sadness at him leaving and to wish him luck. McDougall's account might be from an insider, but his analysis does not shy away from shining a light on the difficult social politics that accompanied the club's enormous success on the field. European Cup victories sit alongside the deadly hooligan violence at Heysel. Black players like Howard Gayle and John Barnes face racism from the club's supporters. The club first ignores and then undervalues the rise of women's football. McDougall's history ends in the Klopp era – perhaps a mercy to Liverpool fans! He shows how the contemporary club embodies the idea of a global club with a local heart. The international ownership of the club has successfully navigated the rise of the Premier League and the increasing commercialization of European football, but local supporters have been innovative at creating a culture of resistance to changes that could undermine the glocal identity of Liverpool. Klopp symbolized this new football club: cosmopolitan, emotional, forward, successful. Compelling and hard to put down, McDougall's Dreams and Songs to Sing will appeal to all readers of sports history. It will be of particular interest to Liverpool supporters and football fanatics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Today we are joined by Alan McDougall, Professor of History at the University of Guelph, and the author of Dreams and Songs To Sing: A People's History of Liverpool F.C. From Shankly to Klopp (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2025). In our conversation, we discussed the rise of Liverpool as a global football club, the crises that beset the club during the Heysel and Hillsborough disasters, and the necessity of inherent optimism of fandom in contemporary sports. In Dreams and Songs to Sing, McDougall writes the history of Liverpool FC from Shankly to Klopp in a register that will appeal to both popular and scholarly readers. McDougall is a lifelong Liverpool supporter, and he is careful to point out where his connections to the club and its fandom might shade his examination, but he also shows how those same affective connections allow him to a unique entry point into issues only visible to fans and that supports can be even more critical than a detached observer. This is especially true in his investigation of Heysel and Hillsborough. The book proceeds roughly chronologically. The book's early chapters examine the club's connection to Liverpool's working-class district 4 and to their Anfield home ground. He pays special attention to the supporter's end - the notorious Kop. Using oral history interviews, McDougall illustrates the exceptional pull of the stadium to both local and global fans. The heart of the book is its engaging, thick description of the club's history during the Shankly era. McDougall shows that not only was Shankly a very successful manager, and quite funny, but that he ran the club with a sense of Liverpool's local identity. A man who arrived at the right time – he benefitted from Liverpool's growing global reputation; Beatlemania gave the city a sound but players and fans rubbed shoulders with comics, musicians, and poets. Shankly embodied the very local socialist, working-class attitudes of the majority of club supporters. His retirement shook the whole city. McDougall uses a family repository of letters to show how people from around the city, the country, and the world wrote to him to express sadness at him leaving and to wish him luck. McDougall's account might be from an insider, but his analysis does not shy away from shining a light on the difficult social politics that accompanied the club's enormous success on the field. European Cup victories sit alongside the deadly hooligan violence at Heysel. Black players like Howard Gayle and John Barnes face racism from the club's supporters. The club first ignores and then undervalues the rise of women's football. McDougall's history ends in the Klopp era – perhaps a mercy to Liverpool fans! He shows how the contemporary club embodies the idea of a global club with a local heart. The international ownership of the club has successfully navigated the rise of the Premier League and the increasing commercialization of European football, but local supporters have been innovative at creating a culture of resistance to changes that could undermine the glocal identity of Liverpool. Klopp symbolized this new football club: cosmopolitan, emotional, forward, successful. Compelling and hard to put down, McDougall's Dreams and Songs to Sing will appeal to all readers of sports history. It will be of particular interest to Liverpool supporters and football fanatics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sports

Today we are joined by Alan McDougall, Professor of History at the University of Guelph, and the author of Dreams and Songs To Sing: A People's History of Liverpool F.C. From Shankly to Klopp (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2025). In our conversation, we discussed the rise of Liverpool as a global football club, the crises that beset the club during the Heysel and Hillsborough disasters, and the necessity of inherent optimism of fandom in contemporary sports. In Dreams and Songs to Sing, McDougall writes the history of Liverpool FC from Shankly to Klopp in a register that will appeal to both popular and scholarly readers. McDougall is a lifelong Liverpool supporter, and he is careful to point out where his connections to the club and its fandom might shade his examination, but he also shows how those same affective connections allow him to a unique entry point into issues only visible to fans and that supports can be even more critical than a detached observer. This is especially true in his investigation of Heysel and Hillsborough. The book proceeds roughly chronologically. The book's early chapters examine the club's connection to Liverpool's working-class district 4 and to their Anfield home ground. He pays special attention to the supporter's end - the notorious Kop. Using oral history interviews, McDougall illustrates the exceptional pull of the stadium to both local and global fans. The heart of the book is its engaging, thick description of the club's history during the Shankly era. McDougall shows that not only was Shankly a very successful manager, and quite funny, but that he ran the club with a sense of Liverpool's local identity. A man who arrived at the right time – he benefitted from Liverpool's growing global reputation; Beatlemania gave the city a sound but players and fans rubbed shoulders with comics, musicians, and poets. Shankly embodied the very local socialist, working-class attitudes of the majority of club supporters. His retirement shook the whole city. McDougall uses a family repository of letters to show how people from around the city, the country, and the world wrote to him to express sadness at him leaving and to wish him luck. McDougall's account might be from an insider, but his analysis does not shy away from shining a light on the difficult social politics that accompanied the club's enormous success on the field. European Cup victories sit alongside the deadly hooligan violence at Heysel. Black players like Howard Gayle and John Barnes face racism from the club's supporters. The club first ignores and then undervalues the rise of women's football. McDougall's history ends in the Klopp era – perhaps a mercy to Liverpool fans! He shows how the contemporary club embodies the idea of a global club with a local heart. The international ownership of the club has successfully navigated the rise of the Premier League and the increasing commercialization of European football, but local supporters have been innovative at creating a culture of resistance to changes that could undermine the glocal identity of Liverpool. Klopp symbolized this new football club: cosmopolitan, emotional, forward, successful. Compelling and hard to put down, McDougall's Dreams and Songs to Sing will appeal to all readers of sports history. It will be of particular interest to Liverpool supporters and football fanatics.

Today we are joined by Alan McDougall, Professor of History at the University of Guelph, and the author of Dreams and Songs To Sing: A People's History of Liverpool F.C. From Shankly to Klopp (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2025). In our conversation, we discussed the rise of Liverpool as a global football club, the crises that beset the club during the Heysel and Hillsborough disasters, and the necessity of inherent optimism of fandom in contemporary sports. In Dreams and Songs to Sing, McDougall writes the history of Liverpool FC from Shankly to Klopp in a register that will appeal to both popular and scholarly readers. McDougall is a lifelong Liverpool supporter, and he is careful to point out where his connections to the club and its fandom might shade his examination, but he also shows how those same affective connections allow him to a unique entry point into issues only visible to fans and that supports can be even more critical than a detached observer. This is especially true in his investigation of Heysel and Hillsborough. The book proceeds roughly chronologically. The book's early chapters examine the club's connection to Liverpool's working-class district 4 and to their Anfield home ground. He pays special attention to the supporter's end - the notorious Kop. Using oral history interviews, McDougall illustrates the exceptional pull of the stadium to both local and global fans. The heart of the book is its engaging, thick description of the club's history during the Shankly era. McDougall shows that not only was Shankly a very successful manager, and quite funny, but that he ran the club with a sense of Liverpool's local identity. A man who arrived at the right time – he benefitted from Liverpool's growing global reputation; Beatlemania gave the city a sound but players and fans rubbed shoulders with comics, musicians, and poets. Shankly embodied the very local socialist, working-class attitudes of the majority of club supporters. His retirement shook the whole city. McDougall uses a family repository of letters to show how people from around the city, the country, and the world wrote to him to express sadness at him leaving and to wish him luck. McDougall's account might be from an insider, but his analysis does not shy away from shining a light on the difficult social politics that accompanied the club's enormous success on the field. European Cup victories sit alongside the deadly hooligan violence at Heysel. Black players like Howard Gayle and John Barnes face racism from the club's supporters. The club first ignores and then undervalues the rise of women's football. McDougall's history ends in the Klopp era – perhaps a mercy to Liverpool fans! He shows how the contemporary club embodies the idea of a global club with a local heart. The international ownership of the club has successfully navigated the rise of the Premier League and the increasing commercialization of European football, but local supporters have been innovative at creating a culture of resistance to changes that could undermine the glocal identity of Liverpool. Klopp symbolized this new football club: cosmopolitan, emotional, forward, successful. Compelling and hard to put down, McDougall's Dreams and Songs to Sing will appeal to all readers of sports history. It will be of particular interest to Liverpool supporters and football fanatics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/popular-culture

Today we are joined by Alan McDougall, Professor of History at the University of Guelph, and the author of Dreams and Songs To Sing: A People's History of Liverpool F.C. From Shankly to Klopp (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2025). In our conversation, we discussed the rise of Liverpool as a global football club, the crises that beset the club during the Heysel and Hillsborough disasters, and the necessity of inherent optimism of fandom in contemporary sports. In Dreams and Songs to Sing, McDougall writes the history of Liverpool FC from Shankly to Klopp in a register that will appeal to both popular and scholarly readers. McDougall is a lifelong Liverpool supporter, and he is careful to point out where his connections to the club and its fandom might shade his examination, but he also shows how those same affective connections allow him to a unique entry point into issues only visible to fans and that supports can be even more critical than a detached observer. This is especially true in his investigation of Heysel and Hillsborough. The book proceeds roughly chronologically. The book's early chapters examine the club's connection to Liverpool's working-class district 4 and to their Anfield home ground. He pays special attention to the supporter's end - the notorious Kop. Using oral history interviews, McDougall illustrates the exceptional pull of the stadium to both local and global fans. The heart of the book is its engaging, thick description of the club's history during the Shankly era. McDougall shows that not only was Shankly a very successful manager, and quite funny, but that he ran the club with a sense of Liverpool's local identity. A man who arrived at the right time – he benefitted from Liverpool's growing global reputation; Beatlemania gave the city a sound but players and fans rubbed shoulders with comics, musicians, and poets. Shankly embodied the very local socialist, working-class attitudes of the majority of club supporters. His retirement shook the whole city. McDougall uses a family repository of letters to show how people from around the city, the country, and the world wrote to him to express sadness at him leaving and to wish him luck. McDougall's account might be from an insider, but his analysis does not shy away from shining a light on the difficult social politics that accompanied the club's enormous success on the field. European Cup victories sit alongside the deadly hooligan violence at Heysel. Black players like Howard Gayle and John Barnes face racism from the club's supporters. The club first ignores and then undervalues the rise of women's football. McDougall's history ends in the Klopp era – perhaps a mercy to Liverpool fans! He shows how the contemporary club embodies the idea of a global club with a local heart. The international ownership of the club has successfully navigated the rise of the Premier League and the increasing commercialization of European football, but local supporters have been innovative at creating a culture of resistance to changes that could undermine the glocal identity of Liverpool. Klopp symbolized this new football club: cosmopolitan, emotional, forward, successful. Compelling and hard to put down, McDougall's Dreams and Songs to Sing will appeal to all readers of sports history. It will be of particular interest to Liverpool supporters and football fanatics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/british-studies

How Great Were Liverpool 1961–1968? | Bill Shankly's First Reds: The Boot Room BlueprintHow does a drifting Second Division club become Liverpool again — and, in the process, invent the modern football superpower: identity?In this episode of By Far The Greatest Team, Graham Dunn and Jamie Rooney are joined by regular guest and Evertonian Declan Clark to dive into Bill Shankly's first great Liverpool side (1961–1968) — the era where Liverpool FC is rebuilt from the ground up through standards, simplicity, psychological edge, and a culture so strong it becomes contagious.We trace Shankly's journey to Anfield, his early challenges, and the ruthless clarity of his team-building: the key signings, the systems, the leadership style, and the birth of the behind-the-scenes brain trust that would define decades — the Boot Room.But this isn't just tactics and transfers. It's Liverpool as a city — the music, the humour, the community, and the emotional bond between manager and crowd. From kit and colour as “psychological warfare,” to Liverpool's rise in European competition, this is where the myth becomes machinery — and where Shankly turns Liverpool into a club that feels bigger than football.TakeawaysWhy Bill Shankly is football's ultimate culture-builder — and what he did differently from day oneThe team-building rules behind Liverpool's 1960s rise: recruitment, standards, belief, and rolesWhat the Boot Room really was — and why it became the heartbeat of Liverpool's long-term dominanceHow Liverpool's city identity and music scene fed into matchday culture, belonging, and mentalityThe significance of kit, colour, and symbolism as an early form of psychological advantageLiverpool's early European campaigns, tactical evolution, and the foundations of a dynastyWhy this era helped set the tone for Liverpool's modern rivalries and national profileListen / WatchSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7erZQ9qQEsa2Xq8Rg843GvApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/by-far-the-greatest-team-football-podcast/id1678832405If you enjoy these podcasts, please don't forget to subscribe and give us a rating and also tell everyone about them!

Today, we're going headfirst back into the world of the tier one football executive. Peter Moore is the former CEO of Liverpool, the man who oversaw the clubs return to the top of English and European football. Working alongside Jurgen Klopp from 2017-2020, this was one of the most effective ‘performance x business' relationships in modern football. How do you win on the pitch and build value off it?Peter does not wrap his achievements in the on-field success experienced during his tenure; as you've just heard, it is the rediscovered affection and identity that fans found with the club that demonstrates a job well done. That's quite an extraordinary stance for a CEO to have. Commercial maximisation and fan sentiment are hard to balance, and while there is always conflict over ticket prices or pre-season tours, we get something here which seems to recognise the importance of the club/fan relationship and asset value maximisation.An interesting time to be having this chat considering Liverpool's recent struggles on the pitch and the Mo Salah situation, there is also plenty to go into around his role with Wrexham and the rise to prominence of football in the US. We're delighted to welcome Peter to the Business of Sport.Timestamps:00:00 Intro06:10 Getting the Call to be Liverpool CEO09:15 "I Probably Wasn't A Good Fit For The Role"11:47 Not Involved in Football Transfers18:17 Google x Liverpool20:04 Liverpool is Immune to Winning & Losing22:23 Magic of Jurgen Klopp34:19 Funny Story: Did Liverpool Tap Up VVD?37:19 The Power of Star Players39:45 Mo Should'nt Have Said That46:53 Socialist Roots in a Capitalist Football Club52:44 Did Peter Get On With The Owners?54:13 Wrexham: Peter's InvolvementOn today's show we discuss: How a Modern Football Club Really Works:How a Scouse kid who grew up in a pub ended up running a $7B gaming company and then Liverpool FC.Breaking down the structure: Jurgen Klopp in football, Michael Edwards on the balance-sheet, Billy Hogan on commercial, and Peter on operations.Running matchdays, hosting rival owners, managing 800 staff, and being the global face of a club with hundreds of millions of fans.Why his leadership philosophy ultimately distilled into four C's: Community, Civic, Commercial and CultureBuilding the Liverpool Business Machine: How Liverpool rebuilt its commercial spine: CRM, global fan acquisition, digital content, funnel strategy, and personalisation.How global content like Inside Anfield reshaped the club's relationship with 99% of fans who will never visit the stadium.Why the F&B and stadium expansion debate is about operational flow, not squeezing fans and how multi-generational matchday culture shapes decision-making.Jurgen Klopp, Culture & the Power of a Manager:The first moment he met Klopp and why he instantly thought: “This man is a modern Shankly.”Why the culture around Klopp, not individual players, is what the fans ultimately defend… including during moments like the current Mo Salah dispute.The unique Scouse belief that “the badge is bigger than any player”, and how that gives Liverpool a cultural advantage.Celebrity Ownership, Wrexham & the Power of Content:The story of how Rob McElhenney showed up at his house to recruit him for Wrexham.Why he advised them early on and helped legitimise the project, including getting Wrexham into FIFA.Breaking down what Reynolds and McElhenney get right and why content is the real multiplier modern clubs underestimate.A huge thank you to our amazing partners on the show: StrydeBringing sports investment opportunities to your door. Visit http://www.gostryde.com to become part of the movement!

 This is the 236th episode of my podcast, 'Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast'. For this episode, I interview English Author and Professor of History, Dr. Alan McDougall as we discuss his book ‘Dreams and Songs to Sing: A People's History of Liverpool FC from Shankly to Klopp' (2025).  Dr. McDougall, an English Professor of History at University of Guelph (Ontario, Canada) His books include: The People's Game: Football, State and Society in East Germany (2014) Contested Fields: A Global History of Modern Football (2020) Youth Politics in East Germany: The Free German Youth Movement 1946-1968 (2004) Dreams and Songs to Sing: A People's History of Liverpool FC from Shankly to Klopp (to be released August 28, 2025)   For any questions/comments, you may contact us: You may also contact me on this blog, on twitter @sp1873 and on facebook under Soccernostalgia. https://linktr.ee/sp1873  Mr. Paul Whittle, @1888letter on twitter and https://the1888letter.com/contact/ https://linktr.ee/BeforeThePremierLeague  You may also follow the podcast on spotify and Apple podcasts all under ‘Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast' Please leave a review, rate and subscribe if you like the podcast. Dr. McDougall's contact info: Email: amcdouga@uoguelph.ca Links to Mr. McDougall's book: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Songs-Sing-Peoples-Liverpool/dp/1009340239 https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Songs-Sing-Peoples-Liverpool/dp/1009340239?ref_=ast_author_dp  Listen on Spotify / Apple Podcasts:  https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JssIoKUORNVu4sEWrKSO3?si=LmyjpY8YQzyt6JWAGiq__A&nd=1&dlsi=b262f6b12a6645achttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soccernostalgia-talk-podcast-episode-236-interview/id1601074369?i=1000739930237Youtube Link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZoYXx7nQsI Blog Link:  https://soccernostalgia.blogspot.com/2025/12/soccernostalgia-talk-podcast-episode_5.htmlSupport the show

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with Rough Trade collaborators Geoff Travis and Jeannette Lee about their contributions to the music industry and their new label River Lea, which focuses on Irish folk music. The hosts also review the buzzy new album from indie rockers, Geese.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:Lankum, "Cold Old Fire," Cold Old Fire, Self Released, 2014The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Geese, "Taxes," Getting Killed, Partisan, 2025Geese, "Islands of Men," Getting Killed, Partisan, 2025Geese, "Trinidad," Getting Killed, Partisan, 2025Geese, "Half Real," Getting Killed, Partisan, 2025Brighde Chaimbeul, "An Léimras / Harris Dance," The Reeling, River Lea, 2019Raw Bar Collective, "Baile Mhúirne (feat. Nell Ní Chróinín)," Ag Fogairt an Lae, Self Released, 2016The Wolfe Tones, "Come Out Ye Black & Tans," Let The People Sing, Dolphin, 1972Lankum, "Go Dig My Grave," False Lankum, Rough Trade, 2023Lisa O'Neill, "All the Tired Horses," All the Tired Horses (Single), Rough Trade, 2022John Francis Flynn, "Mole in The Ground," Look Over the Wall, See the Sky, River Lea, 2023Poor Creature, "The Whole Town Knows," All Smiles Tonight, River Lea, 2025Poor Creature, "All Smiles Tonight," All Smiles Tonight, River Lea, 2025Ye Vagabonds, "An Island," Nine Waves, River Lea, 2022Poor Creature, "Adieu Lovely Eireann," All Smiles Tonight, River Lea, 2025Public Image Ltd, "Flowers of Romance," Flowers of Romance, Virgin, 1981ANOHNI, "It Must Change," My Back Was a Bridge for You to Cross, Rough Trade, 2023Robert Wyatt, "The Age of Self," Old Rottenhat, Rough Trade, 1985The Smiths, "Frankly, Mr. Shankly," The Queen Is Dead, Rough Trade, 1986John Fogerty, "Zanz Kant Danz," Centerfield, Warner Bros, 1984Swell Maps, "The Helicopter Spies," Jane from Occupied Europe, Rough Trade, 1980See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's an increasingly pertinent question in football.  In the days of Shankly, Clough and Ferguson it was blindingly obvious who ran their clubs.  But as the manager's role has been split between the Head Coach and the Director of Football, that vision of total authority has become increasingly blurred.  The Head Coach might pick the team on Saturday afternoon (or possibly Friday night or Sunday lunchtime) but bizarrely, and to his utter frustration, he might not have bought any of the players he is selecting.  That could well have been the responsibility of the Director of Football and a committee.  Is this a better way to run these clubs which are now billion-pound businesses?  More to the point, does it increase the distance still further between the club and its fans?  Omid Djalili, Jon Holmes and Colin Shindler ponder these questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is the 197th episode of my podcast, 'Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast'.For this episode, I interview English Author and Professor of History, Dr. Alan McDougall as we discuss East German Football from 1974 to dissolution in 1990. Dr. McDougall, an English Professor of History at University of Guelph (Ontario, Canada) His books include:The People's Game: Football, State and Society in East Germany (2014)Contested Fields: A Global History of Modern Football (2020)Youth Politics in East Germany: The Free German Youth Movement 1946-1968 (2004)Dreams and Songs to Sing: A People's History of Liverpool FC from Shankly to Klopp (to be released August 28, 2025) Mr. McDougall, previously appeared on the podcast, a few years back, discussing East Germany during the 1974 World Cup.See link:http://soccernostalgia.blogspot.com/2022/03/soccernostalgia-talk-podcast-episode-67.html  contact me on this blog, on twitter @sp1873 and on facebook under Soccernostalgia.https://linktr.ee/sp1873 Mr. Paul Whittle, @1888letter on twitter and https://the1888letter.com/contact/https://linktr.ee/BeforeThePremierLeague You may also follow the podcast on spotify and Apple podcasts  all under ‘Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast'Please leave a review, rate and subscribe if you like the podcast.Dr. McDougall's contact info:Email: amcdouga@uoguelph.caLinks to Mr. McDougall's books:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JXIIEE4/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i1https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B084HPBHHQ/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i0https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0199276277/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i2https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Songs-Sing-Peoples-Liverpool/dp/1009340239?ref_=ast_author_dp Listen on Spotify / Apple Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/episode/29drx94bYp0qOFykpqbXfE?si=xU8FJGXCT5Kd7h753dtqTA&nd=1&dlsi=53229958c3574dc9https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soccernostalgia-talk-podcast-episode-197-interview/id1601074369?i=1000717054164Youtube Link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YI981Ia0D0 Blog Link: https://soccernostalgia.blogspot.com/2025/07/soccernostalgia-talk-podcast-episode_13.htmlSupport the show

25 juni 2020. Er klinkt geen gezang op The Kop, geen vuurwerk boven Anfield. De tribunes zijn leeg. Maar in miljoenen huiskamers over de hele wereld vloeien de tranen. Liverpool FC is kampioen van Engeland. Voor het eerst sinds 1990.Dertig jaar van hoop, pijn, bijna's en tranen. Gerrard die uitgleed. De 97 punten die niet genoeg waren. De vloek leek echt. Maar dan komt Jürgen Klopp, met zijn bril, zijn passie, zijn pressing. En hij verandert alles.Het seizoen 2019/20 is niet normaal. Liverpool dendert door de competitie alsof het niks is. Van Dijk is een muur, Alisson een octopus, Mane en Salah bliksemschichten. Ze winnen en blijven winnen. Tot aan de coronastop hebben ze 27 van de 29 wedstrijden gewonnen. Onwerkelijk.En dan, op een doodgewone donderdagavond, gebeurt het. Niet eens door zelf te spelen, maar door Chelsea dat Manchester City verslaat. Het resultaat betekent: Liverpool kan niet meer ingehaald worden.In hotelkamers en woonkamers vallen spelers elkaar huilend in de armen. Klopp pinkt een traan weg. Jordan Henderson, de kapitein, de vechter, krijgt eindelijk de trofee in handen. Anfield is stil, maar de stad trilt van emotie.Dertig jaar. Geen club met zo'n rijke historie, zoveel legenden, zoveel passie – en zo'n lange droogte. Maar op deze avond valt alles op z'n plek.Liverpool is terug aan de top van Engeland. Niet als outsider, niet als nostalgie, maar als de beste. En deze keer? Het is niet alleen voor nu. Het is voor Shankly, voor Paisley, voor Gerrard, voor iedereen die bleef geloven.This means more.In de podcast verwijzen Bart en Neal naar:De ceremonie in een leeg Anfield: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAixsyx70AM&ab_channel=LiverpoolFCEen overzicht van de hoogtepunten dat seizoen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGv87QeBYnc&ab_channel=Special1HDZie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this epic two-hour episode, Jan Gorski-Mescir ("Fydsy") guides us through Liverpool FC's dramatic 1966–67 season, weaving together footballing highs and cultural milestones with his signature storytelling. From European heartache against Ajax in the fog of Amsterdam to thrilling league clashes with Leeds and Manchester United, the episode captures a club on the cusp of transformation. But this isn't just a tale of football—it's also a reflection on the era, as Jan poignantly recounts the Aberfan disaster and its deep national impact, before closing on the musical revolution sparked by The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper. A powerful, moving blend of history, sport, and soul. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this evocative second episode of Jumpers For Goalposts, the late Jan Gorski-Mescir ("Fydsy") takes us on a rich, historical journey through the pivotal 1961–63 seasons that set the stage for Liverpool Football Club's modern era. Through vivid narration, Fydsy chronicles the emergence of Shankly's vision, the transformative signings of Yates and Hunt, the culture of the boot room, and the growing spiritual bond between club, city, and supporters. We hear tales of triumphant promotion, Anfield's growing mystique, and the hard-learned lessons of re-entry into top-flight football. Beyond football, the episode beautifully weaves in the cultural and global context — from icy British winters to the looming threat of nuclear war. A heartfelt tribute to the making of a Liverpool legacy — and a stirring reminder of Jan's storytelling brilliance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this richly detailed and heartfelt episode, Jan Gorski-Mescir (Fydsy) delves into the origins of Liverpool FC's modern legacy under Bill Shankly. They reflect on the monumental challenges Shankly faced when taking over a second division side and the seismic cultural and sporting shifts he initiated. With tales of the legendary Boot Room, transfer market hits and misses, and a nostalgic look at footballing conditions of the past—from muddy pitches to heavy boots—this episode captures the spirit of transformation that laid the groundwork for Liverpool's rise. It's a poignant and fitting tribute to both the man who built the club and the man who brought his story to life—Jan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Burke is joined by Scott McDermott and Paul English to discuss the key stories from the weekend's Premiership action, a key performance for Billy Gilmour in Italy and a play about Scottish football legend Bill Shankly.

In this heartfelt and often humorous episode of Jumpers For Goalposts, originally produced and hosted by the late Jan Gorski-Mescir (fondly remembered as Fydsy), Jan reflects on the towering legacy of Bill Shankly—33 years after his passing. Through vivid memories, personal stories, and candid chat, Jan explores how Shankly transformed Liverpool from a “toilet” to a temple of football, built a culture rooted in socialism and community, and became inseparable from the city's identity. Blending football nostalgia with sharp reflections on the modern game, this episode is as much about values and connection as it is about tactics and titles. From tales of Shankly playing with kids on local pitches to his iconic influence on Anfield's spirit, this tribute podcast reminds us of what truly makes a club legendary. Rereleased in loving memory of Jan—supporter, host, and voice of the people—whose passion helped keep Shankly's spirit alive in every word. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The actor and director Peter Mullan talks about taking on the role of Bill Shankly in the new theatre production in Liverpool, Red or Dead, about the much-loved Liverpool football club manager. In April 1925 the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, a seven-month exhibition of contemporary design, opened in Paris. Arts Décoratifs' was soon shortened to Art Deco, and a movement was born. A century later Art Deco is being celebrated in the UK with events in Liverpool and in Glasgow an exhibition and a book about Art Deco in Scotland. It's author, Professor Bruce Peter, and Dr Rachael Unsworth, who leads tours in Leeds that look at art deco buildings in the city, join Nick Ahad to discuss Art Deco and its legacy. A decade ago, the comedian Tom Walker created the character of the roving news reporter Jonathan Pie, and his creation became an internet sensation, with the New York Times among his many fans. When he brought Jonathan Pie to Radio 4 with the radio phone-in comedy, Call Jonathan Pie, the critics were universal in their praise and it quickly became a podcast hit. As Call Jonathan Pie returns for a second series, Tom discusses creating a show that merges the personal and the political.And to mark the first week of Spring, musician and broadcaster Tom McKinney, who will be taking on the Radio 3 Breakfast Show, asks for us to listen properly to the music of birdsong.Presenter: Nick Ahad Producer: Ekene Akalawu

Mick Moran is joined by Late Challenge & Spirit of Shankly's Gareth Roberts AKA Robbo in Shenanigan's once again over a lovely pint of Guinness! They discuss the juicy opening question before getting stuck into ticket prices, The Overlap, mental health and of course, the Reds! If you enjoyed the podcast, please like, share and subscribe. Up the Reds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(Rec: 5/2/19) A telepathy show trial, Kev is recruited by MI5, a Tommy Smith boot deal rip-off, Shankly recruits from graduation ceremonies then brings the LOLs to Liverpool then leaves… Join the Iron Filings Society: https://www.patreon.com/topflighttimemachine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Tuesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - just a wee taster of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.On this morning's show, former Leinster and Ireland hooker James Tracy examines the emergence of Gus McCarthy.Spirit of Shankly & The Late Challenge's Gareth Roberts on Premier League fans coming together to combat rising ticket prices, and his view on the Mo Salah contract saga.Plus, Daily Mail North-East Football Correspondent Craig Hope on a mis-firing Newcastle.But as Ger, Arthur and Colm perused the morning papers they touched on the mini exodus from the Mayo panel as both Padraig O'Hora and Cillian O'Connor step back. Particularly, does that Mayo team that pushed Dublin to their limits actually get the credit it deserves?Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Welcome to Tuesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - just a wee taster of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, former Leinster and Ireland hooker James Tracy examines the emergence of Gus McCarthy. Spirit of Shankly & The Late Challenge's Gareth Roberts on Premier League fans coming together to combat rising ticket prices, and his view on the Mo Salah contract saga. Plus, Daily Mail North-East Football Correspondent Craig Hope on a mis-firing Newcastle. But as Ger, Arthur and Colm perused the morning papers they touched on the mini exodus from the Mayo panel as both Padraig O'Hora and Cillian O'Connor step back. Particularly, does that Mayo team that pushed Dublin to their limits actually get the credit it deserves?Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app.SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

As part of our 12 hour live stream to raise money for Zoe's Place, we were delighted to have Liverpool icon Kenny Dalglish and his son Paul in studio (yes, really!). They discussed, amongst other things, the succession from Bill Shankly to Bob Paisley, and how that could hopefully repeat itself from Jurgen Klopp to Arne Slot.DONATE HERE: https://www.justgiving.com/page/theredmentv Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/redmentv. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a special edition of the Blood Red podcast as host Paul Gorst welcomes two committee members of the Spirit of Shankly, Chair Paul Khan and Vice Chair Peter Hooton. On the agenda is Arne Slot's Reds but for something slightly different, Paul, delves into the Spirit of Shankly group's origins dating back to 2008 - on the back of the disastrous ownership of Tom Hicks and George Gillett.  Paul also asks the SOS duo their thoughts on various other topics including ticket fairness, the growing American influence in the English game, the prospect of playing Premier League matches abroad, as well the Anfield matchday experience.  All that plus plenty more on a very special edition of the Blood Red Podcast.  Get Exclusive NordVPN deal at: nordvpn.com/bloodred - Try it risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee! #LFC #LiverpoolFC #LiverpoolFootballClub Get exclusive Liverpool FC podcasts and video content everyday right here.  Subscribe to the Blood Red Liverpool FC YouTube Channel and watch daily live shows HERE: https://bit.ly/3OkL9iT Listen and subscribe to the Blood Red Podcast for all your latest Liverpool FC content via Apple and Spotify: APPLE: https://bit.ly/3HfBvKq SPOTIFY: https://bit.ly/3SdsjeH Join our Blood Red podcast group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1656599847979758/ Visit the Liverpool ECHO website: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivEchoLFC Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LiverpoolEchoLFC Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloodred_lfc Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloodred_lfc Subscribe to us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bloodredliverpoolfc Download our Liverpool FC app for free: Apple - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/lfc-echo/id1255495425 Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mirror.liverpoolfc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 1974 FA Cup Final was Bill Shankly's last game as Liverpool Manager. Peter Hooton joins Dotun and Tim to talk through the game and discuss the man who created Liverpool Football Club and what it was like when he left the club. SUBSCRIBE TO THE YOUTUBE PAGE:https://www.youtube.com/@1129FootballSUBSCRIBE TO BRAZILIAN SHIRT NAME EXTRA FOR EARLY ACCESS AND NO ADS:https://brazilian-shirt-name.hubwave.net/FOLLOW THE BRAZILIAN SHIRT NAME ON INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/brazilshirtpod/FOLLOW THE BRAZILIAN SHIRT NAME ON FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/BrazilShirtPodFOLLOW THE BRAZILIAN SHIRT NAME ON TWITTER:https://twitter.com/BrazilShirtPod

James Pearce and Simon Hughes are alongside Tony Evans ahead of the return to Premier League action following the first international break of the season. With an international flavour in mind, the panel discuss the importance of the Reds' international fanbase, especially following the latest successful pre-season tour to the USA as well as considering how it blends with local support too. There is also reaction to Caoimhin Kelleher's comments about his future whilst away on international duty and the panel pay their respects to former Liverpool captain Ron Yeats following his passing at the age of 86. Plus, with Monday marking 100 days of the Arne Slot era James highlights the key differences he's made in his early months at Anfield before attention turns back to on-pitch action with Nottingham Forest to come to Anfield prior to the Champions League campaign starting in Milan on Tuesday. Host: Tony Evans With: James Pearce and Simon Hughes Producer: Guy Clarke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Pearce and Simon Hughes are alongside Tony Evans ahead of the return to Premier League action following the first international break of the season.With an international flavour in mind, the panel discuss the importance of the Reds' international fanbase, especially following the latest successful pre-season tour to the USA as well as considering how it blends with local support too.There is also reaction to Caoimhin Kelleher's comments about his future whilst away on international duty and the panel pay their respects to former Liverpool captain Ron Yeats following his passing at the age of 86.Plus, with Monday marking 100 days of the Arne Slot era James highlights the key differences he's made in his early months at Anfield before attention turns back to on-pitch action with Nottingham Forest to come to Anfield prior to the Champions League campaign starting in Milan on Tuesday.Host: Tony EvansWith: James Pearce and Simon HughesProducer: Guy Clarke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are so many similarities between Bill Shankly and Jürgen Klopp. Klopp announced his surprise exit from Liverpool FC 50 years since Bill Shankly did the same. Liverpool Author of books and theatre shows, Nicky Allt compare the two in conversation with Liverpool author Ragnhild Lund Ansnes. They are also telling us about the Shankly's Farwell show at the Empire Theatre in Liverpool May 15. with Kevin Keegan, Ian Callaghan and Alan Kennedy. Enjoy!

On this week's we're fighting for a penny farthing and protecting the queen from the idiot, Thomas right alongside with Renegade Nell.  Also on this episode, Suesie talks about fleeing from a movie theater.  Frank describes the early days of AOL.  Intro is Rebel Girl by Bikini Kill.  Outro is Frankly Mr. Shankly by the Smiths.  We have shirts! Find them here: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/teen-girl-talk-podcast Please rate, review and subscribe to the show on iTunes E-mail: realteengirltalk@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/teengirltalk/ Twitter: @TeenGirlTalk3 Suesie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susieboboozy/ Frank's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siriwouldchallenge/ Frank's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJcUttxP0ujvc6HXBz-4kIw

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Van dijk or Rio? Gerrard or Scholes? Shankly or Fergie? We finally get in touch with our footballing selves this episode. Join us as we discuss the historic achievements of both clubs and also do a comparison as objective individuals. YNWA or GGMU? You decide! ========== Thank you for watching our video! If you enjoyed what you saw and want to stay connected with us, be sure to follow us on our social media platforms. Stay up-to-date with our latest content, behind-the-scenes moments, and exciting updates by following us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠▶️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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It's January 27th - here's a bonus episode after we woke up yesterday morning to the news that Jurgen Klopp will leave Liverpool at the end of this season. Shock, sadness and maybe a little reflection on this amazing 9 year journey. I'm Paul and I'm joined by Justin and Daz to offer some immediate reflections and maybe some perspective (maybe). Start with our initial reactions: ‘The loss of a man who can make a set of players far greater than the sum of its parts is a huge loss' What he shared with Roger Bennett about how he viewed success - making the world you are in better than it was before. In hindsight he seemed too relaxed at his Thursday press conference, and his acceptance at Bournemouth that VAR would not intervene because it was Tierney. What had tired him out - PGMOL? Game scheduling, the Deloitte money list, playing against nation states? UEFA at the 2022 final? Pre-season tours? German press talked about the job of a premier league manager being harder than that of someone in the Bundesliga. The man himself: ‘He made us all feel that we're not alone, that we're all part of something. That we weren't individuals with individual purpose, but that we're all in “this” together. The “this” I speak of is simply the possibility that dreams can happen in reality. That together we will always be bigger than just one of us. That shared joy is the only joy that matters.' Neil Atkinson talked about his connection to the City of Liverpool - such a grounded person, with a belief system that fits well in the very left leaning Scouse republic. Jamie Webster said he was a better human being than a football manager and that is saying something because I believe he's the best football manager in the world Attributed to Raffa Honigstein - he's ruined it for other German managers as he does everything so well - the managing, coaching, PR, press conferences Our best memories - too many for this brief pod: Boom - all of the last 9 years Barcelona, 2019 UCL win, the post match interview after City lost at Chelsea  96th minute Divock winner against Everton, the Parade in 2019 His appearances in Nivea commercials Looking ahead Generational managers do not just come and go. Does this doom his successor to failure? Absolutely not. Jurgen Klopp has left us in a good position. The squad is rejuvenated with talent everywhere.  Examples of Ferguson and Wenger being replaced with managers who were a poor fit for what they needed. Shankly and Dalglish examples.  The next 4 months - how should we approach it? Ultimately, ‘we're so glad that Jurgen was a Red'. We plan to have an episode tomorrow, reflecting on the Norwich game and a big part of that will be how the players and crowd reacts to the news. Thanks to Justin and Daz. And thank you dear listener for joining us. If you enjoyed the pod, please share it with a friend. Follow us @FirstStateKopites on Twitter  – we only tweet and retweet from sources we think are credible. Music is courtesy of Hypenotic – they are a Welsh electro-pop band – https://hyperfollow.com/hypenotic

After 12 rounds of this year's Premier League things are looking bright for Liverpool at the table going into the International break only one point behind Manchester City. Liverpool legend David Fairclough sums up the season so far with Bill Shankly's granddaughter Karen Elizabeth Gill and Liverpool FC author Ragnhild Lund Ansnes. They also share the excitement of the launch of Shankly Whiskey (coming to Norway next week), the new Shankly mural and they honour both Ray Clemence and Ian St. John and talk about the Diaz-kidnapping case. Remember to share the news of our podcast with all your fellow Reds and help us grow.

Join Neil Fitzmaurice and Peter Hooton for another special joint episode of Poetry in Motion and Allez les Rouges! Joining Fitzy and Peter this week is Andy Kelly of the Liverpool Academy and Womens' set-up and Joe Blott, the Spirit of Shankly chairman. Following the sad news of Dan Kay's passing last week, the quartet pay tribute to the brilliant journalist and tireless Hillsborough campaigner. Following the initial chat regarding the LFC womens' team and academy latest, talk then turns to the Reds' demolition of Leicester City on Monday, their seventh win in a row to take them nine matches unbeaten. And rounding off the pod is a preview of Saturday's clash with Aston Villa, in what will be the last match of the season at Anfield as the Kop bids farewell to Roberto Firmino, James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Naby Keita. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul is here with Redmen Bitesize for Monday 8th May. Today's top story is that Spirit of Shankly, the LFC supporters Union have hit back at Liverpool's decision to play the National Anthem stating "Unfortunately, the club's insistence on playing it will, it seems, lead undoubtedly to an increase in hate chanting in the future." In other news Arthur Melo has confirmed his Liverpool future...Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/redmentv. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tony Evans, Caoimhe O'Neill and Andy Jones are joined by Spirit of Shankly chair Joe Blott ahead of Monday's Merseyside derby.Ahead of the visit of the Blues the panel discuss the importance of regulation over ownership, with the Reds still open to investment or even a full sale under FSG before previewing the visit of Sean Dyche's side and debate who should make Jurgen Klopp's starting XI.Plus, there's some five-a-side fun to end with the panel picking their sides of derby day heroes!Produced by Guy Clarke***• Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/epl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tony Evans, Caoimhe O'Neill and Andy Jones are joined by Spirit of Shankly chair Joe Blott ahead of Monday's Merseyside derby. Ahead of the visit of the Blues the panel discuss the importance of regulation over ownership, with the Reds still open to investment or even a full sale under FSG before previewing the visit of Sean Dyche's side and debate who should make Jurgen Klopp's starting XI. Plus, there's some five-a-side fun to end with the panel picking their sides of derby day heroes! Produced by Guy Clarke *** • Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/epl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Patrick Smith, Paul Gorst, Theo Squires and Beth Lindop for the latest episode of the Blood Red Podcast! There's been plenty to talk about both on and off the pitch at Liverpool this week, with the Spirit of Shankly's statement regarding ownership concerns at the forefront. As the January transfer window draws to a close transfer rumours only gain in momentum, with Jude Bellingham and Mason Mount at the forefront. The Reds' second trip to Brighton in the space of a month for an FA Cup fourth round tie is also analysed and previewed, with the Reds still licking their wounds from the 3-0 Premier League hammering. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul is back for the latest episode of Redmen Bitesize and today he discusses, amongst other topics, Cafu's love for Jordan Henderson, Sprit of Shankly's latest statement & Ian Doyle claiming in a recent Q&A that the Reds will look to sign 2/3 midfielders in a summer midfield rebuild.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/redmentv. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Anfield Wrap's live podcast looking ahead to Arsenal v Liverpool in the Premier League at the Emirates Stadium. Neil Atkinson hosts Lizzi Doyle, Adam Smith and Belinder Bhati, plus John Gibbons speaks to Dorothea Richtoff from Sober Spirit of Shankly...

Join Peter Hooton, Stephen Monaghan, Keith Culvin and Stephanie Jones for the latest episode of Allez les Rouges!With Liverpool's 22/23 season just around the corner, the quartet react to pre-season and look ahead to Saturday's early clash with Fulham, as Jurgen Klopp's men bid for the Premier League Title.There's mention of the newly extended contract of Diogo Jota, discussion around whether Darwin Nunez has earned a starting role, and a special mention to Ste Monaghan who has left the Spirit of Shankly after many years of fantastic service.Enjoy!