Best Sean Thomas Kane Podcasts (2025)

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On Vanity 18:52

8h ago18:52

18:52

This week, I reflect on the role of love in balancing between self-praise and community in a discussion of vanity. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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On Boston 12:22

7d ago12:22

12:22

This week, some comments about my trip to Boston last month and reflections on that resilient city. --- Click Here to Support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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What’s It Like Getting Promoted to the Premier League? 37:15

8d ago37:15

37:15

This week on FC Bullard Jimmy & Fenners are chatting all about promotions. With the end of the season just around the corner, Jimmy looks back on his 2 promotions in 3 years. What was the step up in quality like? How does a squad stick together as it rises through the leagues? And what was the moment Jimmy realised what he’d achieved? Think of this…

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On Servant Leadership 13:59

14d ago13:59

13:59

This week, in memory of His Holiness Pope Francis and of the revolutionary anniversaries in America and Ireland this week, some words on the humility necessary for the best sorts of leaders. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane Photo: By Korea.net / Korean Culture and Information Service (Photographer nam…

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Press Officers | How to deal with a crisis and secret WhatsApp groups 1:20:04

15d ago1:20:04

1:20:04

Jimmy and Fenners are joined in this episode by former West Ham and QPR Head of Communications, Ian Taylor. This one is full of stories of iconic Premier League characters from the viewpoint of one of the most important roles at any football club. We talk how clubs deal with crises on and off the pitch, the myths around media training and being kic…

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Montaigne and the Ages of Life 13:43

21d ago13:43

13:43

This week, reflections on Michel de Montaigne’s perception of his changing character throughout his life. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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Steve Bracknall | Sunday League Is EVERYTHING 57:57

22d ago57:57

57:57

Jimmy & Fenners are joined this week Royal Oak Assistant Manager, Steve Bracknall. Our most requested guest, Steve is nothing short of a modern football phenomenon. He is both an internet sensation and a grassroots legend and in this episode he details his football philosophy, what he looks for in the perfect XI, debates with Fenners about whether …

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Dominion or Cultivation of Nature? 13:14

28d ago13:14

13:14

This week, how our relationship with the natural world reflects on our relationships with each other. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane Photo by Hariprasad Ashwene, 2024.

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What’s it like to be in a relegation scrap? 40:31

29d ago40:31

40:31

With the business end of the season fast approaching, Jimmy & Fenners sit down to discuss what it’s like to be part of a relegation battle. Jimmy talks us through Fulham’s great escape in 07/08 where he played a key role in the Cottagers unlikely Premier League survival. Before that though, we’ve got some VERY IMPORTANT away kit news – so make sure…

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Tóg go bog é | Take it easy 10:27

1M ago10:27

10:27

This week, a few words on taking life slower. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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When Jimmy met Joe Marler | Things People Do Special 52:37

1M ago52:37

52:37

We’ve got something special for you today – a classic episode of Joe Marler’s Things People Do featuring El Presidente himself, Jimmy Bullard. Expect some classic Bully stories and some very, very chaotic chat with former England rugby star Joe Marler and the podcast OG Tom Fordyce. If you don’t already, make sure you check out ‘Joe Marler’s Things…

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On Translation 10:27

1M ago10:27

10:27

This week, how I take nuance and particularity into account in my efforts as a translator. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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Carlton Cole | From Chelsea breakthrough to looking after West Ham’s loans 1:00:59

1M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

Jimmy and Fenners are joined by former West Ham striker and all-round nice guy Carlton Cole. What exactly does a Loans and Pathway Manager do? We don’t know, but that is the role Carlton has at West Ham – so we ask him all about it. Carlton also goes in depth about lessons learnt during his career, clubbing with Carlos Tevez and ruining Ruud Gullit…

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We, Irish Americans 10:10

2M ago10:10

10:10

This week, what does it mean for my community to call ourselves Irish Americans? --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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Charlie Austin | Life of a Non-League Striker 1:11:25

2M ago1:11:25

1:11:25

Jimmy & Fenners are joined this week by the absolute legend that is Charlie Austin. The former Burnley, QPR, Southampton and Swindon striker is still banging them in for non-league Totton and is here to share some incredible stories from his career. Who was tougher to play against – John Terry or Virgil van Dijk? Is Charlie responsible for VAR? And…

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The Divine Essence 19:56

2M ago19:56

19:56

This week, a meditation on the Name of God. --- Art: Studio of El Greco, "Agony in the Garden," (1590) oil on canvas, 102 x 131 cm, Toledo Art Museum, Toledo, Ohio, USA, National Gallery, London. Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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Gazza! Rule changes! The Masters v World Cup! | Jimmy & Fenners answer YOUR questions! 48:37

2M ago48:37

48:37

Which legendary player does Jimmy wish he played with? What’s the best goal he’s ever scored? What rule would Fenners change to improve football? El Presidente and the Director of Football are back with some real football chat courtesy of questions from the FC Bullard listeners. Want to get yours read out next time? Get in touch on the socials by s…

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Homeownership 7:03

2M ago7:03

7:03

This week, a few words on homeownership. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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Josh Pugh | Funniest man in football? 55:33

2M ago55:33

55:33

Jimmy & Fenners are joined this week by top comedian - and England international - Josh Pugh. Josh has clocked up 68 international caps for England’s partially sighted team and in this episode explains how the Three Lions futsal set up works, we discuss the similarities between football and stand-up and there is a lot of love Super Frank Lampard’s …

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Distractions 8:01

2M ago8:01

8:01

How distractions can be beneficial or detrimental, from a certain point of view. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane I recommend you now listen to: On Pauses A link to the WBEZ Chicago story referenced in this episode.

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How much is Jimmy's England tracksuit worth? 38:55

2M ago38:55

38:55

Jimmy & Fenners are back at FCB HQ digging through the Bulldog’s own private stash of memorabilia. Why were football trophies better in the 00s? Why does Fenners look so good in a maroon tracksuit? And, with Jimmy now out in Bangkok playing golf with some legends of the game, could this be our chance to get a message to Juan Roman Riquelme to join …

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Three Ologies 17:26

3M ago17:26

17:26

This week, talking through three terms I’ve historically had trouble understanding: epistemology, ontology, and teleology. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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Away Kits: A Complete Guide 50:16

3M ago50:16

50:16

Jimmy & Fenners are here to talk away kits. What was Jimmy’s favourite to play in? Which Liverpool classic does Fenners love the most? And what should the FC Bullard strip look like? Pink? Brown? Olive green? We get some tips from World Cup winning kit designer Rob Warner and thanks also to Classic Football Shirts for sending in some belters for us…

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On Numbers 14:27

3M ago14:27

14:27

This week, how numbers are both a universal language and symbols representing deeper meaning. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog:https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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When Jimmy Bullard Ruled the Premier League | 2009 Special! 45:42

3M ago45:42

45:42

In this episode Jimmy & Fenners are travelling back in time to 2009 when El Presidente ruled the Premier League. As well as reflecting on Jimmy winning the Player of the Month trophy, we unpack one of the most iconic Barclays moments of all time: Jimmy’s ‘Phil Brown’ celebration against Man City at the Etihad. Also, just how close did Pep Guardiola…

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On Genealogy 10:55

3M ago10:55

10:55

This week, I discuss how my experience working with genealogy databases helped prepare me to be a professional researcher. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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Peter Crouch Part Two | What astros does Prince William wear? 50:07

3M ago50:07

50:07

Crouchy is back with Jimmy & Fenners for another chat all about pre-match superstitions, the pros and cons of long ball football and what happens when Prince William turns up at Goals. Also: Why is he dreaming about Leighton Baines? What happens when players don’t fancy it on the pitch? And Crouchy gives his verdict on Fenners’ incredible Thomas Tu…

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That Peter Crouch Episode | Part One 51:51

3M ago51:51

51:51

It’s the one you’ve all been waiting for... Jimmy & Fenners are joined at FCB HQ by the absolute legend that is Peter Crouch. In this episode we dig into the art of being an elite striker, ask how to deal with goal droughts and learn how to cope with the pressure of being responsible for scoring goals. We also discuss our favourite TV pundits and f…

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On Social Media 12:42

4M ago12:42

12:42

This week, some thoughts on the divestment of our social media attention and why I choose to use different platforms for different sorts of messages. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane Photo of the author by Hariprasad Ashwene, 2024.

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Could You Score for Man City? 147, nine-darter or hole-in-one? 49:35

4M ago49:35

49:35

Jimmy & Fenners are back at FCB HQ to settle some of the biggest debates in football: How many goals could you score for Man City? Who is the maddest player Jimmy ever played with? What’s the best pie? Which is harder: 147, nine-darter or hole-in-one? Are you allowed to score a header at Power League? Also, we make progress with our Thomas Tuchel c…

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The Second Quarter-Century 31:34

4M ago31:34

31:34

This week, looking ahead to the next 25 years here are three things that I hope we see become ordinary things by 2050. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://wwww.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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Jimmy & Fenners 2025 Prediction Special! 1:01:40

4M ago1:01:40

1:01:40

Jimmy & Fenners are back together for the first time this year to make some bold predictions for 2025. El Presidente and the DoF are determined to include some more #seriousfootballchat in the pod so in this bumper episode we answer all the big questions: Who will win the Premier League? Who has been the Player of the Year so far? Where will Forest…

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The First Quarter-Century 13:40

4M ago13:40

13:40

This week, to begin Season 5, I discuss some hopes of mine for the first quarter of the twenty-first century through reflections on three things that I imagined might be possible twenty-five years ago. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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Sean Dyche! Miles Kane! | FC Bullard Live 48:35

4M ago48:35

48:35

Jimmy & Fenners are back with a late Xmas present for you FC Bullard fans... the best bits of our first ever live show featuring Everton boss Sean Dyche and rock n roll superstar Miles Kane. Sponsored by Lost Lager (legends!) and recorded at The Vaudeville Theatre in London’s glittering West End just before Xmas, we wanted to say a massive thank yo…

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On Names 23:15

4M ago23:15

23:15

Season 4 Finale: This week, to celebrate Christmas I’ve decided to write a bit about naming conventions that I’ve come across, and to explain why I use my full name professionally. Nollaig shona daoibh | Merry Christmas! --- Click Here to Support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane…

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At the pub with Liam Gallagher and prinks with Steve Sidwell | Xmas Special Part Two 50:31

5M ago50:31

50:31

Jimmy & Fenners are back with some of their highlights from 2024 which includes chats with the legend that is Steve Sidwell and top sports psychologist Dan Abrahams. We also celebrated FC Bullard’s first foray into the world of entertainment with football mad comedian Maisie Adam and international pop sensation/the best a man can get, Tom Grennan. …

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On Democracy 8:43

5M ago8:43

8:43

This week, for my birthday I want to write to you about my belief in all of us and how democracy remains our best hope. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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Joe Cole, Marc White & Si Ferry | Xmas Special Part One 53:12

5M ago53:12

53:12

What a year it’s been for FC Bullard! In this episode Jimmy & Fenners have picked some of their favourite moments from 2024. Highlights include England and Chelsea legend Joe Cole signing for the club, World Cup winning kit designer Rob Warner explaining the golden rules of kit design, and incredible chats with cult heroes Marc White and Si Ferry, …

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The Versatility of Storytelling 12:51

5M ago12:51

12:51

This week, how the same tools can be used to weave a variety of different stories. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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How do you take the PERFECT corner? | Set Piece Analyst 53:27

5M ago53:27

53:27

ONE WEEK TO GO UNTIL THE FC BULLARD LIVE SHOW! Join Jimmy, Fenners – plus special guests Sean Dyche and Miles Kane – at The Vaudeville Theatre in London on Monday 16 December. Get your tickets here: https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fc-bullard -- Why are Arsenal so good at corners at the moment? Could England have outsmarted Spain in the Euros fi…

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Notes on "Carruthers Smith's Museum" 19:39

5M ago19:39

19:39

This week, some notes on the story I released here last week, more about Carruthers Smith and the other stories who populate that tale. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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The Evolution of Football Agents & Kenny Dalglish’s Advice | Paul Dalglish 1:00:02

5M ago1:00:02

1:00:02

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR FC BULLARD LIVE! https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fc-bullard Come and see Jimmy & Fenners – plus special guest SEAN DYCHE and music from MILES KANE – live on stage at The Vaudeville Theatre in London on Monday 16th December. See you there! -- Jimmy & Fenners are joined this week by former player and manager – and current foo…

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Carruthers Smith's Museum 41:57

5M ago41:57

41:57

This week, a story about excess and secrets all in a museum built by an old reclusive Gilded Age tycoon named Carruthers Smith. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane The episode artwork this week was generated by Dreamstudio. I really need to get back to sketching.…

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What was Jimmy Bullard like as a manager? | Steve Sallis 1:07:04

5M ago1:07:04

1:07:04

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR FC BULLARD LIVE! https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fc-bullard Come and see Jimmy & Fenners – plus special guest SEAN DYCHE and music from MILES KANE – live on stage at The Vaudeville Theatre in London on Monday 16th December. See you there! -- This week at FCB HQ Jimmy and Fenners are joined by Jimmy’s former Leatherhead assi…

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The Joy of Reading 13:43

6M ago13:43

13:43

This week, an odd sort of sorrow that explains my reading habits. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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Music Special | Jimmy & Fenners Build The ULTIMATE Football Playlist 47:16

6M ago47:16

47:16

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The North American Tour 38:41

6M ago38:41

38:41

This week, some words on the places I visited and the people I met on this North American Tour I finished on Sunday. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane

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Tom Grennan | Battling Patrice Evra and FIRST LOOK at the FC Bullard shirt! 1:01:31

6M ago1:01:31

1:01:31

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR FC BULLARD LIVE! https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fc-bullard Looking for ideas for your teams end of year do? Get involved and come and see Jimmy & Fenners - plus special guests - live on stage at The Vaudeville Theatre in London on Monday 16th December. -- He’s looking good, he’s looking sharp, he’s come so far... it’s Tom …

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The Strenuous Life 10:41

6M ago10:41

10:41

This week, to start November, a realization I had recently about how to overcome less severe colds. --- Click here to support the Wednesday Blog: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/sthosdkane⁠ Photo: a moose diorama on display at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University in Philadelphia taken by the author in August 2022.…

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Live Show Update, Secret Codenames and Other Nonsense 41:08

6M ago41:08

41:08

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR FC BULLARD LIVE! https://fkpscorpioent.com/en/events/fc-bullard Get involved and come and see Jimmy & Fenners - plus special guests - live on stage at The Vaudeville Theatre in London on Monday 16th December. Send us a DM of your ticket confirmation and we’ll send you a special deal courtesy of BrewDog. Cheers! -- Jimmy & Fenne…

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