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1.What inspired you to start podcasting?

JAY: Always loved talking about football and broadcasting so it felt natural to combine the two

MYKEZ: Pundit Jay asked a couple of times and eventually I said I’d try it

PUNDIT JAY: The new era of audio opinion and debate

2. Do you have a favourite episode of your podcast?

JAY: The one where Mykez lost the plot over Harvey Barnes (episode 9)

MYKEZ: No – just any week where City win!

PUNDIT JAY: Episode 8

3. Who is your dream guest?

JAY: Roy Keane

MYKEZ: Pep Guardiola

PUNDIT JAY: Ronaldinho

4. Favourite Podcast to listen to? (That isn’t yours)

JAY: Football Social Daily, obviously!

MYKEZ: I’m not really a pod listener to be honest!

PUNDIT JAY: For the Culture podcast

5. Who are your top 5 Players of all time?

JAY: Roy Keane, Bryan Robson, Cristiano Ronaldo, Jaap Stam, Eric Cantona

MYKEZ: Ronaldinho, R9, Messi, Henry, Yaya Toure

PUNDIT JAY: Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, Neymar, Ronaldo

6. Who are the up and coming stars we should be
looking out for at your club?

JAY: Charlie McNeill and Joe Hugill

MYKEZ: Phil Foden, Liam Delap, Cole Palmer, James McAtee, Romeo Lavia

PUNDIT JAY: Mason Greenwood, Hannibal Mejbri, Isak Hansen, Finley McAllister

7. How would you describe your podcast in three words?

JAY: Mancunian, Fiery, Funny

MYKEZ: Manchester football views

PUNDIT JAY: Opinionated, Mancunian, Cheeky

8. Favourite underdog moment?

JAY: Anthony Crolla winning his world title

MYKEZ: Man City being 3-0 and a man down against Spurs and winning 4-3

PUNDIT JAY: Porto winning the Champions League

9. Apart from football, are there any other sports you are interested in?

JAY: Boxing, and that’s about it to be honest!

MYKEZ: Boxing, Athletics, Olympics

PUNDIT JAY: Not really, don’t mind 100m sprint

10. At what age did you become a fan of your club and was there a moment that solidified your interest?

JAY: Was a Red from when I can remember but going to Old Trafford with my dad to see United beat Liverpool in the Rumbelows Cup in 1990 made me realise just how amazing football can be

MYKEZ: I saw my first game aged 7, but at 10 I realised it’s more than just a game. No real watershed moment, it’s just how it is.

PUNDIT JAY: Since a very young kid, about 6 years old

Mancunian, Fiery, Funny.
8. Favourite underdog moment?
Crolla winning his world title.
9. Apart from Football, are there any other sports you
are interested in?
Boxing and that’s about it tbh!
10. At what age did you become a fan of your club
and was there a moment that solidified your interest?
Was a Red from when I can remember but going to Old Trafford
with my dad to see United beat Liverpool in the Rumbelows Cup
in 1990 made me realise just how amazing football can be

1. What Inspired you to start podcasting?

There wasn’t a snooker podcast and I thought there should be one. I thought I was well placed to do it as I was on the circuit and had access to people in the sport.

2. Do you have a favourite episode of your podcast?

Probably the best guest I’ve had on was Neil Robertson. I’d arranged to speak to him after his first match at the Champion of Champions but he unexpectedly lost and I assumed he would be heading home. Instead, he agreed to do it and spoke to me for 70 minutes, talking very eloquently about every aspect of his career. Very classy guy.

3. Who is your dream guest?

It would’ve been great to have had the chance to interview Joe Davis, the first world champion who started professional snooker. It would be fascinating to know what he would think of the way snooker has become a frontline TV sport.

4. Favourite Podcast to listen to? (That isn’t yours)

The first one I ever subscribed to is still my favourite: Simon Mayo and Mark Kermode’s Film Review on Radio 5 Live.

5. Who are your top 5 Players of all time?

I’m going to cheat here and name six because I don’t want to leave out any of Ronnie O’Sullivan, Stephen Hendry, John Higgins, Steve Davis, Mark Williams and Mark Selby. In the modern era, these are the six greats because they are all multi-times winners of the biggest events.

6. Who are the up and coming stars we should be looking out for?

There are some Chinese players who have great talent and drive, such as Zhao Xintong and Wu Yize. I would also like to see some young British talent coming through. There’s Jackson Page from Wales, who is mentored by Mark Williams, and could be one to watch.

7. How would you describe your podcast in three words?

Right on cue.

8. Favourite underdog moment?

Joe Johnson, who I now commentate with on Eurosport, winning the 1986 World Championship remains a remarkable achievement. More recently, Jordan Brown, who’d been working in a petrol station two years earlier, beat Ronnie O’Sullivan in the Welsh Open final. That was an amazing story.

9. Apart from Snooker, are there any other sports you are interested in?

My other main sporting interest is cricket, mainly Test cricket.

10. At what age did you become a fan of Snooker and was there a moment that solidified your interest?

I grew up in the 1980s and snooker was everywhere, not just tournaments on TV but in the culture. Snooker players would be on chat shows, entertainment programmes etc, and everyone knew them, so it would have been more unusual at that time to not be interested in snooker. My other passion was writing and by going into journalism I was able to join the snooker circuit and become part of the sport.

1. What Inspired you to start podcasting?

The reason for setting the show up was because we think we talk a bit of sense when it comes to our own club and are balanced in our approach. Too much of the sport media nowadays is reactive and we wanted to remain as calm as possible and not create something to solely cause outrage and for likes. With the poor coverage of clubs outside of the “Sky” 6, we also thought it important to create a something that discusses Everton, without the nonsense of centralised pundits with their own agenda.

2. Do you have a favourite episode of your podcast?

For us, we never take for granted the opportunity that we have created and that continues, because people enjoy the show and listen each week, so every show is important and special in its own way.

One that sticks out, is our most recent spin off show – Trinity B Side – Racism In Football, with Kick It Out’s, Troy Townsend. We feel we have a great platform to not only discuss Everton, but also the issues that impact football, and racism, is unfortunately, one of those. Troy spoke candidly about his own personal experiences of racism in the sport and the work he does on a daily basis supporting players and highlighting the serious issue we have and what needs to be done in the way of punishments. It was exceptionally eye opening and emotionally charged.

3. Who is your dream guest?

The three of us will have different opinions, I’m sure, but seen as I’m replying (Mike), I’ll have to go with Duncan Ferguson. He’s an iconic figure at the club and someone who is the epitome of what it means to be an Evertonian. His passion and energy is something that resonates, plus his time as a player, coach and caretaker manager, is something I’d love to discuss with him. Some say the club is too romantic and that may well be the case, but this man will manage the club in the near future and will deserve to get his opportunity.

4. Favourite Podcast to listen to? (That isn’t yours)

Prior to starting our show, I never really listened to any, but it’s certainly something I like to do on a daily basis now. My current favourites are Tony Bellew Is Angry, The James English Podcast and also No Passion, No Point. Anything involving sport and I’ll throw it on.

5. Who are your top 5 Players of all time?

I’ve got to base it on players I’ve seen play, so that rules out anyone before the 1980’s

If we are talking Everton, then I’ll go – Southall, Baines, Kanchelskis, Fellaini and Lukaku – that’s a decent 5-a-side outfit that

In terms of any player in world football (again, I’ve has to have seen them) – Zidane, Ronaldinho, Ronaldo (Brazilian), Thierry Henry and Messi

6. Who are the up and coming stars we should be looking out for at your club?

To be honest, I think we’ve struggled to develop players in recent years and that’s something the club are (hopefully) addressing. The one player everyone will see more of this season, is Anthony Gordon. Over the last few games, he’s been getting more game time, but more importantly, he’s impacting games. A big season for him and one I’m sure he’ll grasp with both hands.

7.  How would you describe your podcast in three words?

For the fans.

8. Favourite underdog moment?

I’ve got to go back to the 1995 FA Cup Final. We weren’t given a chance against a strong Man Utd side. That Everton side proved there’s a lot to be said for togetherness and spirit. Wouldn’t mind a few of those lads on the pitch now. Rightly named “The Dogs of War”.

9.  Apart from Football, are there any other sports you are interested in?

A bit of everything really. Cricket and golf the two outside of football that I watch fairly regularly.

10. At what age did you become a fan of your club and was there a moment that solidified your interest?

Attended my first match at the age of 5 and its been love ever since. There isn’t one moment that solidified it. Once you go, you’re hooked. The ground, the players the fallout, the ecstasy – its unique and I wouldn’t change it for the world. Once Everton has touched you…

Hit cricketing podcast “The Analyst Inside Cricket” has signed up to the Sport Social Podcast Network!

Launched by former county cricketer and TV pundit Simon Hughes in 2017, the show has fast become one of the most highly regarded podcasts in the cricketing world, with thousands of cricket fans tuning in to every show.

As well as being joined on each show by BBC Commentator Simon Mann, The Analyst also features a host of high profile guests with Nasser Husain, Liam Livingstone and Christopher Benjamin all featuring on recent episodes.

The acquisition is perfectly timed as the England cricket team prepare for winter in Australia for the Ashes series, during which Simon will be providing daily shows to keep fans up-to-date with the latest action and news from down under.

Speaking of his signing to the Sport Social Podcast network, Simon said:

“I am a big fan of sports podcasts and I believe they are the best way to reach sports fans and give them the real insight they need. I am very excited to be joining the Sports Social podcast network as I believe they will reach exactly the audience we seek.”

Simon Hughes

Jim Salveson, Head of Sport Social added:

“We’re delighted to welcome a podcast of this quality and size to the Sport Social Podcast Network. Simon has built a loyal podcast following over the last few years and we can’t wait to help him reach even more cricket fans in the future.”

Jim Salveson

The podcast is the latest show to join the Sport Social Podcast network which now has over 100 titles on its roster since its launch in February 2021.

1. What inspired you to start podcasting?

I never thought I’d listen to podcasts – I’ve always been such a big reader. But this quickly became the way to go now and the popularity of podcasts continue to grow, especially in the golf space. It’s so easy to listen in the car, or wherever you go. We started the Secret Golf podcast to contribute to the golf industry and offer something different.

2. Do you have a favourite episode of your podcast?

I’d say when I took my son, Sam, to THE PLAYERS. We walked the course at the start of the week and I got to talk him through each of my shots on holes 16, 17 & 18. It’s always fun to reminisce my victories at TPC Sawgrass and it was special to do that podcast with him. After that, we went over to the range, Tiger was there and Sam got to hit a few putts with his iconic 18-major winning putter! That thing has killed more golfers than anything

3. Who is your dream guest?

Jack Nicklaus, my idol. Easy.

4. Favourite Podcast to listen to? (That isn’t yours)

I love true crime/serial killer podcasts. My daughter, Annie, got me into them. Patricia Cornwell is my favourite. I also listen to a lot of history podcasts, like about the Egyptian tombs.

5. Who are your top 5 Players of all time?

Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Ben Hogan, Sam Snead & Peter Thomson.

6. Who are the up and coming stars we should be looking out for?

Will Zalatoris is on everyone’s radar, and that win for him is coming soon. We listen to the TOUR players – we have 33 as Secret Golf contributors and they tell me who to look out for. They know! We walked around TPC Sawgrass in 2019 with two of our guys – Pat Perez & Jason Kokrak – who were playing with Collin Morikawa. He was very much an up and coming star then, and they knew it. Mito Pereira from Chile is one to watch right now.

7. How would you describe your podcast in three words?

“The facts only!”

8. Favourite underdog moment?

I’ve got to give the credit to my co-host, Diane Knox here. She backed her fellow Scot, Martin Laird, to win the Shriners tournament in Vegas last year at 250/1 – and he won! Absolute underdog moment on the podcast. She made a lot of people a lot of money that week.

9. Apart from Golf, are there any other sports you are interested
in?

Lots of sports, but my Houston Astros are my team in baseball. Being Australian, we grew up being outside, so I love to hunt and fish when I can.

10. At what age did you become a fan of Golf and was there a
moment that solidified your interest?

My parents would take me to play golf in Narrabri, Australia. My older brother used to play, and I went to my first clinic when I was 12. I was hooked after that.

Global soccer brand FootballCo have launched a brand new football businss podcast on the Sport Social Podcast Network.

The FootballCo business podcast will delve into the minds of some of the most creative and innovative individuals in the beautiful game and is set to provide unbeatable insight into every aspect of football business, from deals in the boardroom to making a splash on social media.

The aim for the Footballco Business Podcast has always been to create a premium product and to do that we knew we needed to work with a provider that both deliver on the final product but also provide guidance in getting everything in place. We already had experience of working with Voiceworks for Goal’s ‘All of Us: The Women’s Soccer Show’ podcast so knew they could do what was needed and even before the first show went out we were more than pleased with how they helped get the show from concept to reality.

Paul Rayment – Footballco Marketing Manager

Episode one launched with host Alex Manby chatting to former Umbro and Puma kit designer Rob Warner about his experiences working on some of the most recognisable football kits of all time including the infamous Cameroon sleeveless kit.

You can listen to the FootballCo Business Podcast now via the Sport Social Podcast network.

Major football publisher Goal has kicked off season 2 of their popular US Women’s Soccer show “All of Us” with a footballing superstar.

Launching ahead of the 2021 summer Olympics, “All Of Us: The U.S. Women’s Soccer Show” provided unrivalled insight and analysis of the US Women’s National Team’s (disappointing) medal campaign.

Goal womens’ soccer correspondents Seth Vertelney and Ameé Ruszkai return for season two with the promise of speaking to the best guests and tackling the biggest issue in the women’s game.

Launching last week, Episode one certainly lived up to that promise as the pair were joined by US Womens’ soccer royalty Carli Lloyd who spoke about her long career as she prepares to call time on her career after over 300 appearances for USWNT.

When asked why she was hanging up her boots now rather than emulating evergreen NFL quarterback Tom Brady Lloyd said:

She went on to add that she would rather it was her making the call on when she ended her playing career.

Her comments on the show were picked up by a variety of national publications stateside including Fox News.

You can hear more from “All Of Us: The US Women’s Soccer Show” weekly on the Sport Social Podcast network.

Daily Premier League podcast Football Social Daily has launched a brand new show for the 2021/22 season.

“The Dugout” has been added to the raft of daily shows offering football fans around the world an expert-led preview into all the best of the weekend’s Premier League action.

Regular host Niall McCaughan is joined each show by a rotating cast of former Premier League heroes to offer their insight and knowledge on playing the game at the very highest level.

Manchester City hero Paul Dickov, West Ham record signing Matt Jarvis and Southampton Legend Francis Benali are all amongst the former professionals involved in the new show which McCaughan says has been a pleasure to work on.

You can listen to “The Dugout” every week on the Football Social Daily podcast feed. A new show is published every Friday night in the build-up to the weekend of Premier League matches.

Former Scotland boss Craig Brown has been adding to the excitement ahead of Scotland’s crunch match with England at the European Championships – but playing down his former team’s chances of victory.

Speaking on Scottish football show; “The Free-Kick Podcast” the former Tartan Army manager explained that there was no doubt that the Scots were second-favourites going into the big game this Friday at Wembley.

England have every advantage, not only the fact they’re at home, but they have an extra day’s rest, which can make all the difference and that’s not something that’s been mentioned too often.

Confidence in the Scottish camp going into this game won’t be helped by their opening game against the Czech Republic, which resulted in a 2-0 defeat, but Brown felt that Steve Clark’s team did enough for at least a point.

The ex-Rangers player previously managed Scotland at both Euro 96 and at the World Cup in France in 1998 and knows only too well the effect a poor result can have on the group.

I’ve got every sympathy for Steve after Monday. I’ve been through this experience and while it was a disappointing result, the performance didn’t reflect the result and I felt we should have got a draw.

The first game loss won’t do anything to dampen Scottish expectations, however with Brown convinced that the team will be in no doubt exactly how important this game is to the country, to the team and for the manager.

A game against England is a game that, for Scotland, can’t get any bigger. We played Brazil, Germany, France and had some hard games away from home, but the most demanding is England at Wembley. This is probably the biggest game Steve Clarke will ever be involved in and it’ll mean a lot to the whole nation.

The guest slot from Craig Brown was a great booking from the Free-Kick team who were looking to capitalise on the hype around the European Championships and only reinforces their reputation for excellent insight and analysis around everything to do with Scottish football.

Listen to the full interview with Craig Brown on the Sport Social Podcast Network.