Best Liam Wilkinson Podcasts (2025)

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English Open Special 27:01

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7d ago27:01

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Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.By BBC Essex

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Rob Spencer: 147th episode special 26:59

9d ago26:59

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Shabnam discusses maximum magic with the referee who has overseen the most 147s on tour.By BBC Essex

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S1 EP 8 : Oggi Tomic : From life in orphanages during the Balkan civil war to becoming a BAFTA winning filmmaker. 1:00:26

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The final episode of this series covers multiple thought provoking areas. Oggi Tomic was abandoned as an infant with a potentially fatal health condition and spent his childhood in multiple orphanages during the Balkan civil war. After rebuilding his life in the UK, Oggi went on to become a double BAFTA-winning filmmaker, also receiving the BHFF NY…

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Efe Acikalin: Delighting Turkish snooker fans 27:00

22d ago27:00

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Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.By BBC Essex

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Mike Ganley: “It’s all about respect” 27:00

28d ago27:00

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Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.By BBC Essex

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Najla Naeemi: Arabian trailblazer 27:00

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Shabnam meets the first woman from Saudia Arabia to referee on the World Snooker Tour.By BBC Essex

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Media Special 27:01

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Shabnam revisits her chats with snooker broadcasters Hazel Irvine, Phil Yates and Abigail Davies.By BBC Essex

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Allison Fisher: Snooker and pool trailblazer 27:01

2M ago27:01

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Shabnam chats with the seven-time World Women’s Snooker champion about her time in the game and her equally successful transition to pool in the USA.By BBC Essex

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S1 EP 7 : Simon Mason : From heroin addiction, begging and homelessness to 19 years sober 1:06:11

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As Britpop exploded and Oasis became the talk of the town for the first time ,life was pretty good for Simon Mason who found himself moving in interesting and dynamic circles – whether backstage, on stage or at the after party. As time went by however he spiralled into crack and heroin addiction, he became homeless and hit rock bottom in the searin…

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Hermund Ardalen: The man behind Snooker.org 27:00

2M ago27:00

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Shabnam chats to the Norwegian creator of the popular snooker results website. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.By BBC Essex

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S1 EP 6 : Mark Wilkinson : Shaping life beyond bankruptcy and an incurable disease diagnosis 1:00:06

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From life as a successful globe trotting DJ/producer to bankruptcy and an incurable disease diagnosis Mark Wilkinson has certainly experienced some highs and lows. From rock bottom he embarked on a journey that would see him evolve into a very different phase as a life coach ,author ( do check out his Life Remixed ,Money Remixed and Personalities R…

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Sahil Nayyar: Canada’s new pro 27:00

2M ago27:00

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Shabnam gets to the know the latest player hoping to follow in the footsteps of countrymen Cliff Thorburn, Kirk Stevens, Bob Chaperon and Alain Robidoux.By BBC Essex

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Andy Stevenson: Disabled people need to be seen on camera 27:00

2M ago27:00

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Shabnam is at Wimbledon, talking snooker with fellow reporter Andy Stevenson who was born with no hands, very short arms and only one fully formed leg.Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.By BBC Essex

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Michael McMullan: 'The Rain Man' 27:00

3M ago27:00

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The Northern Irish broadcaster chats with Shabnam about his incredible memory and looks ahead to the new snooker season. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.By BBC Essex

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Dylan Emery: 'I owe Zhao a pint' 27:00

3M ago27:00

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The Welshman chats with Shabnam about regaining his pro tour card - with a little help from world champion Zhao Xintong. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.By BBC Essex

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S1 EP 5 : George Bullard : The record breaking explorer talks running out of food, getting robbed at gunpoint and why humans need to re-connect with nature. 1:01:02

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In our last episode I talked to someone who unexpectedly found themselves in a very challenging and life threatening physical environment. This time I talk to a record breaking and globe trotting explorer who has put himself in extreme environments by choice and dealt with more than one alarming set of circumstances. Whether it’s dealing with runni…

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Hatem Yassen: Champion of Africa 27:00

3M ago27:00

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The two-time African champion from Egypt tells Shabnam how he juggles life as a snooker player, accountant and father-of-two. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game.By BBC Essex

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Aki Kauppinen: Finland's Mr Snooker 27:00

4M ago27:00

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Shabnam chats to the Finnish commentator and coach about the rise of the sport in his country. The sixty year old founded the first snooker club in Finland with his father in nineteen eighty eight. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.…

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Sydney Wilson: I'd love to be more involved with the game 27:00

4M ago27:00

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The former Essex player talks to Shabnam about Q School and his car accident. The thirty five year old stepped away from the sport after he was in a crash in 2022. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.…

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Tai Chengzhe: I called Zhao's win super early on 27:00

4M ago27:00

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Shabnam talks to the snooker photographer from China about what it means to witness Zhao Xintong become the first World Champion from the country. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.By BBC Essex

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S1 EP 4 : Viv Bird : What to do if you're on a plane that crashes.... 52:05

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Following some glamorous and colourful experiences working in the aviation industry Viv Bird and her fellow crew members experienced an air crash and 22 hours in freezing temperatures surrounded by icy tundra before they were rescued by the military. Viv's attitude to life surely helped her to cope with such a dramatic turn of events and perhaps th…

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Jim Wych: It's been a while since we had a Canadian on tour 27:00

5M ago27:00

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The former Canadian player chats to Shabnam at the Crucible, over 30 years after playing in the quarter finals of the World Snooker Championship.By BBC Essex

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Niall Breslin: I've never understood my own mind 27:01

5M ago27:01

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Shabnam chats to the former rugby player turned mindfulness coach and Radio 3 Unwind presenter about his struggles with anxiety and the mental challenges faced by snooker players.By BBC Essex

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S1 EP 3 : Paul Conroy : The award winning war photographer shares his dramatic experiences and explains why some stories must be told. 1:03:54

5M ago1:03:54

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With significant experience working in some of the worlds most challenging war zones Paul Conroy has documented important stories with skill and bravery. His book 'Under the Wire' is a compelling read and the 2018 film 'A Private War' shines a light on his incredible work with the esteemed journalist Marie Colvin. In this conversation he recounts h…

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Matt Huart: Snooker fan to comms guru 27:00

5M ago27:00

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Shabnam chats to WPBSA Head of Communications Matt Huart about his journey to his dream job in snooker.Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.By BBC Essex

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Malgorzata Kanieska: I was told not to fall down the stairs 26:59

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The Polish referee on making her Crucible debut at the 2025 World Championship.Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.By BBC Essex

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Noppon Saengkham: We came from nothing 27:00

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The Thai player talks to Shabnam about his tough journey to the World Snooker Tour.Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.By BBC Essex

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Liam Highfield: Still mad for it 27:00

6M ago27:00

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Shabnam chats to the player from Stoke about his return to the world snooker tour and battling illness and injury.Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.By BBC Essex

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Florian Nuessle: Austria's first professional 26:59

6M ago26:59

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Shabnam is joined by one of the newest and well regarded young European players to join the World Snooker Tour.Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.…

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Zak Surety: I got recognised in a KFC...it was all alien to me 27:00

6M ago27:00

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The Essex player chats to Shabnam about his recent breakthrough on the World Snooker Tour in China. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.…

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Gary Wilson: Howay The Toon 27:00

6M ago27:00

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Shabnam catches up with the 'Tyneside Terror' who's fired up after Newcastle's Cup win. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.…

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Anthony Hamilton: The Sheriff's in town! 27:00

7M ago27:00

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With his place in the top 64 at risk, the stalwart of the snooker tour tells Shabnam Younus-Jewell what the future might hold for 'The Sheriff of Pottingham'. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: Paul Joslin and James Pa…

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Lucky Vatnani: Helping Chinese talent thrive 27:01

7M ago27:01

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Indian former professional Lucky Vatnani tells Shabnam Younus-Jewell about his role working with Chinese and Asian talent at the Ding Junhui Snooker Academy in Sheffield. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patien…

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'Snooker stopped me going down the wrong road' 26:59

7M ago26:59

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Shabnam chats to world number one player David Church who is competing at the first World Disability Snooker Championship in Thailand. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex

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Leone Crowley: It’s my dream and I’ve done it 27:00

7M ago27:00

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Framed explores the sport of snooker and this week, Shabnam gets to know Irish teenager Leone Crowley on his rise in the World Snooker Tour, from junior levels to now.By BBC Essex

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Shaun Murphy: The Magician is back 26:59

8M ago26:59

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The 2025 Masters champion tells Shabnam how he’s found belief in his game again. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex

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Jason Ferguson: I love the development side 26:59

8M ago26:59

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Shabnam catches up with the chairman of snooker’s world governing body the WPBSA. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex

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Radzi Chinyanganya: I'm a failed bobsleigh athlete 27:00

8M ago27:00

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The Eurosport presenter tells Shabnam about his change of career plans. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex

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Jan Verhaas: The Dutch Master at the Masters 26:59

8M ago26:59

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Shabnam sits down with top referee Jan Verhaas at Alexandra Palace. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex

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Hammad Miah: I'm still hanging on...I don't know how 27:00

8M ago27:00

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The sixty ninth ranked player on his desire to improve and opening a snooker club. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex

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Anupama Ramachandran: It still feels like a dream 27:00

9M ago27:00

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The World Women’s number 8 from India tells Shabnam her New Year’s resolutions. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex

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Lee Walker: Coaching the greats 26:59

9M ago26:59

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The former player turned coach on working with Mark Williams and Ronnie O’Sullivan. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex

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Martin Wilkinson: It might take us longer to prepare for a Ronnie game 27:00

10M ago27:00

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Shabnam finds out about the role of a member of the World Snooker Tour’s security team. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.…

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Terry Camilleri: Our job's not as easy as it looks 27:00

10M ago27:00

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Shabnam chats with Maltese referee Terry Camilleri at snooker’s UK Championship in York. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.…

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Emily Frazer: The rise to the top 27:00

10M ago27:00

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Shabnam talks to CEO of Matchroom Multi Media Emily Frazer about her career. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex

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Xiao Guodong: My family had no money and I couldn't speak English 27:01

10M ago27:01

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Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex

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Kreishh Gurbaxani: Schoolboys are now glued to the snooker table after college 27:00

11M ago27:00

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Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex

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Liam Graham: Playing in Scotland was a lot more comfortable 27:00

11M ago27:00

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Shabnam talks to young Scottish player Liam Graham about life as a new professional, the recent loss of his grandfather and practicing with his snooker idol John Higgins.By BBC Essex

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Darren Morgan: My professional career was a bit of a disappointment 27:00

11M ago27:00

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Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: Glenn Speller, Paul Joslin and Adam Bennett. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex

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Jill Douglas: I work with the best team in the sport 27:02

11M ago27:02

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Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: Glenn Speller, Paul Joslin, Adam Bennett and James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.By BBC Essex