Best Marc Blackburn Podcasts (2025)

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72+: The EFL Podcast 41:47

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Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Phil Brown talk EFL as Ipswich break Championship transfer record. Gaffer Phil puts his foot down when it comes to players for the 72+ Ultimate All-Time EFL XI. The guys discuss Marcelino Núñez swapping Norwich for Ipswich. And Jobi gives his best and worst moments of the week in 72PLUS 72MINUS. Remember to send your sugg…

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Destination New Jersey: Club World Cup reflections, Ecuador & Canadian Soccer 48:28

22h ago48:28

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Kelly Cates and Rory Smith continue our countdown to the 2026 World Cup. Nedum Onuoha joins just under a year away from the start of the World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. After the chaos of the Club World Cup, the panel discuss the extreme weather in the States, the Americanisation of the sport, player workload, and how politics could shape…

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Women's Football Weekly: The WSL returns! 38:07

14m ago38:07

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Ben, Ellen and Jen get us up to date on where we find these teams as we head into the new season. Hear from Fran Kirby as she goes into her second season with Brighton and the ambitions of the club. Who are the big transfers that could make the difference, how newly promoted London City Lionesses will fair and what teams might struggle. The team al…

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Monday Night Club: Transfer Deadline Day 1:04:07

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All of the reaction to a very busy transfer deadline day with the Monday Night Club team. BBC Sport’s Sami Mokbel joins Mark Chapman, Joe Hart, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith to unpick all of the big deals from the last day of the window. Chris and Joe disagree about how Isak conducted himself during the window, and they look at how he’ll fit in at Li…

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Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman Talk Story about ABMC and Training 37:51

1d ago37:51

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Today on Reflections I am talking story with my podcast co-host, Bill Gwaltney, who recently returned from a trip to western Europe to visit friends from his long career with National Park Service and especially with friends he made during his final five years with American Battle Monuments Commission. Born and raised in the Nation’s Capital, Bill …

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Premier League Review with Rick Edwards 43:20

2d ago43:20

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Isak & Wissa latest on deadline day and Liverpool beat Arsenal. Rick Edwards is joined by Clinton Morrison and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards. Also hear from Dominik Szoboszlai on his free-kick, Graham Potter hitting back at the critics, Nuno Espírito Santo on his future with the Forest owner and Scott Parker as he’s fed up with VAR. 03:20 Alexander …

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Jarrod Bowen - The Football Interview 21:54

3d ago21:54

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West Ham and England forward Jarrod Bowen in conversation with Kelly Somers. Jarrod talks about his upbringing, the impact of his family, his career so far and starting a family with Dani Dyer. From starting in non-league with Hereford United and an early Hull City move to winning the Europa Conference League with West Ham and representing England.…

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The Commentators' View: Trent dropped & BTS at 5 Live Sport 53:08

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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They react to Thomas Tuchel’s England squad announcement and discuss Ruben Amorim’s position at Manchester United. Could another trip to Bodø be on the cards in the Champions League? Plus a tricky Clash of the Commentators AND Producer Clare joins the pod to take us behind t…

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Euro Leagues: Vardy party heading to Cremonese? And the return of Real Oviedo 52:19

5d ago52:19

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Steve Crossman is joined by Julien Laurens, Guillem Balague and Mina Rzouki to reflect on the opening weekend of Serie A, as well as discussing Real Oviedo’s long-awaited return to La Liga. Plus, is Trent in trouble at Madrid? And Olivier Giroud might not have ‘broken America’, but he’s still banging the goals in for Lille. Topics:02:42 - Guillem's…

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72+: The EFL Podcast 37:24

6d ago37:24

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Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Tommy Smith talk EFL as Danny Ings joins Sheffield United. The gloves come off as they debate players for the 72+ Ultimate All-Time EFL XI. Tommy’s former clubs Stoke, Middlesbrough and Huddersfield are all flying. Jobi gives his best and worst moments of the week in 72PLUS 72MINUS. And remember to send your suggestions a…

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Ngumoha snatches Liverpool win & Mainoo considers Man Utd exit 30:35

7d ago30:35

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Pien Meulensteen presents reaction to Liverpool's dramatic win over Newcastle. Michael Brown, Sami Mokbel and Neil Atkinson join Pien after Liverpool make it two wins from two. Arne Slot's side were seconds from taking just a point away from St. James' Park despite leading 2-0 and having a man advantage after Anthony Gordon's red card. But 16-year-…

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Monday Night Club with Mark Chapman 50:04

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Tottenham coming up trumps, Dowman delights at Arsenal & everyone’s happy for Grealish. Mark Chapman is joined by The Observer football correspondent Rory Smith, Theo Walcott and Steph Houghton. Rob Green drops in to talk goalkeepers and defend James Trafford after his error. Also hear from Tottenham boss Thomas Frank and catch what former Arsenal …

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Premier League Review with Rick Edwards 45:25

9d ago45:25

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Jack Grealish stars at Everton’s new stadium & Tottenham beat Man City again. Rick Edwards is joined by former West Ham midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards. Also hear from Grealish and Nuno Espirito Santo after Nottingham Forest’s feisty draw at Crystal Palace. Plus the guys chat Arsenal, Man Utd and which manager you would …

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Marc Guehi - The Football Interview 16:22

10d ago16:22

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Crystal Palace and England defender Marc Guehi in conversation with Kelly Somers. Marc Guehi tells his story of becoming one of the most wanted defenders in English football. He talks about the people that have inspired him in his football journey so far and why he still lives at home with his family. He reveals to Kelly what his ultimate career go…

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The Commentators' View: Pink slices & number zones 50:45

13d ago50:45

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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. They have their say on Alexander Isak and look ahead to the second weekend of Premier League commentaries. Will John’s losing run in Clash of the Commentators ever end? And will the Great Glossary of Football Commentary get its first additions of the season? WhatsApp voiceno…

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Euro Leagues: Argy-bargy, brawls and bust-ups 44:40

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Steve Crossman is joined by Julien Laurens, James Horncastle and Rafa Honigstein for the first Euro Leagues of the season! The panel chat about early season bust-ups and wantaway stars, as well as looking ahead to the start of the new Bundesliga and Serie A seasons. Topics:02:43 - Argy-bargy at Marseille09:55 - Roberto De Zerbi's future at Marseill…

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Isak’s social statement & who else is on the move? 38:24

13d ago38:24

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Pien Meulensteen is joined by former Premier League midfielder Michael Brown and BBC Senior Football Correspondent Sami Mokbel for reaction to the latest football transfer news. What was the mood at the PFA Awards as Alexander Isak took to social media last night? Can the saga rumble on for much longer? How should Newcastle United respond? The team…

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72+: Midweek Madness & Morecambe are saved 33:09

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Aaron Paul is joined by Reading CEO Joe Jacobson and Chelmsford City striker Lyle Taylor for this episode of 72+. The team reflect on all the latest midweek results in League One and Two, and speak to Barnsley boss Conor Hourihane, plus fellow League One manager of Cardiff City, Brian Barry-Murphy. And it's four wins from four for both Crewe manage…

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MNC: First impressions & Premier League debuts 1:01:47

15d ago1:01:47

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Steve Crossman is joined by Conor Coady, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith to discuss the opening weekend of the Premier League season. Who has made the best first impression? How much of an asset could Cunha be for Manchester United this season? How do Arsenal help Gyokeres to adapt to the Premier League? And did Reijnders have one of the great Premier …

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Premier League Review with Rick Edwards 40:34

16d ago40:34

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Bayındır error costs Man Utd & Newcastle fans chant about Isak. Rick Edwards is joined by former England goalkeeper David James and The Telegraph’s northern football writer Luke Edwards to chew the fat on the opening weekend. Also on the agenda – Sunderland’s winning start, Eze playing for Palace despite speculation, and Man City setting the pace… …

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Wayne Rooney – The Football Interview 29:14

17d ago29:14

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England and Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney in conversation with Kelly Somers. Wayne tells his story of becoming one of England's greatest ever footballers. He shares what home life was like growing up and the single biggest turning point for his career, which came aged 14. Wayne goes on to talk about life post-football and the challenges he'…

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The Commentators' View: Kit gripes & anxiety dreams 49:50

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John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. It turns out Sunderland being back in the Premier League may pose some problems for commentators. Which new players are the guys most excited to see in action? Surely John can’t lose again in Clash of the Commentators, and will any new terms be added to the Great Glossary of…

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Premier League Eve with Howe, Guehi, Iraola & more 50:28

19d ago50:28

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Kelly Somers and Glenn Murray preview the upcoming Premier League season with just one more sleep to go! Eddie Howe speaks about the difficult summer Newcastle United have had as the Isak saga rumbles on, with Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi also offering an insight into who he is as a person. James Ward-Prowse speaks about Graham Potter's first …

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The Debrief: PSG complete Super Cup comeback against Tottenham 19:26

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Steve Crossman is joined by former Tottenham winger Aaron Lennon, ex-Spurs goalkeeper Paul Robinson and chief football correspondent John Murray to react to PSG’s late comeback over Tottenham Hotspur to win the European Super Cup on penalties. How great of an impact will this loss have on the Spurs players? What positives can they take forward from…

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72+: The EFL Podcast 38:22

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Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff & Phil Brown talk EFL as Bromley shock Ipswich. They’re joined by Bromley owner Robin Stanton-Gleaves to lift the lid on working with manager Andy Woodman. Who will be added to the 72+ Ultimate All-Time EFL XI? Will Jobi be preying on goalkeepers again in 72PLUS 72MINUS? Send your suggestions and messages to us on WhatsApp …

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Can Manchester City get back to the top? 51:47

20d ago51:47

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Kelly Cates and guests analyse Man City ahead of the start of the new season. Steph Houghton, Guillem Balague and Sam Lee join Kelly to dissect Man City's pre-season expectations. Does Pep Guardiola have the hunger to go again after a difficult 2024/25 campaign? The panel discuss changes at board level that could affect the Spaniard's performance a…

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Are Arsenal ready to take the next step? 50:58

21d ago50:58

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Kelly Cates and guests chat all things Arsenal ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League season. Theo Walcott, Alex Howell and Alex Moneypenny ask if Arsenal are ready to go again. Get the latest on summer arrivals, including Viktor Gyökeres and Martin Zubimendi - can both hit the ground running? The panel debate what a successful season looks like for M…

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MNC: Palace demoted, Grealish Everton bound & Hürzeler on Brighton 57:59

22d ago57:59

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Mark Chapman is joined by Rory Smith, Chris Sutton and Izzy Christiansen as the start of the new Premier League season draws ever closer. The panel discuss Crystal Palace losing their appeal against being demoted from the Europa League to the Conference League after the Court of Arbitration for Sport supported UEFA's assessment that they breached m…

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Crystal Palace stun Liverpool to win the Community Shield 46:02

23d ago46:02

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Ben Haines is joined by Luke Edwards and Don Hutchison to break down Crystal Palace’s shock Community Shield win over Liverpool. The team discuss what the result means for Oliver Glasner’s side ahead of the new Premier League season, the mood around Palace’s UEFA appeal, and how Liverpool’s summer signings Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike are bedding…

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Sports Report: Southampton and Stoke win late 32:19

24d ago32:19

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Steve Crossman is joined by Charlie Adam, Cameron Jerome, and Mark Clemmit for reaction to the opening Saturday of the Championship season. We hear from Will Still after Southampton came from behind late on beat Wrexham 2-1, Phil Parkinson also has his say on Wrexham being denied an opening win on their return to the second tier. Nathan Jones refle…

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Liverpool's summer, Carlos Baleba & the Community Shield 42:51

27d ago42:51

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Maz Farookhi presents a preview of the Community Shield & assesses Liverpool's summer. Don Hutchinson, Glenn Murray & Miguel Delaney join Maz ahead of the Premier League season. The team discuss Newcastle's ongoing transfer woes, Manchester United's business thus far, including their interest in Brighton's Carlos Baleba, and the lack of activity at…

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72+: The EFL Podcast 47:21

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Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff, Tommy Smith and Alex Bruce preview the 2025/26 Championship season, which kicks off this weekend. Are Ipswich Town the best positioned, newly relegated, side to be promoted straight back up? What are Leicester City and Southampton’s main concerns? Charlton Athletic manager, Nathan Jones, joins the pod after his side won pr…

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Man Utd lead race for Benjamin Šeško 40:29

27d ago40:29

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Kelly Somers talks Benjamin Šeško, Alexander Isak and Darwin Núñez. She’s joined by senior correspondent Sami Mokbel & The Athletic’s Adam Crafton. Chief football news reporter Simon Stone and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards drop in to discuss Benjamin Šeško and Alexander Isak. 01:50 Benjamin Šeško to Man Utd?08:55 What does this mean for Rasmus Højlu…

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The Commentators' View LIVE Show 50:59

28d ago50:59

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John Murray & Ian Dennis talk football, travel & language with a live studio audience in Sheffield. Also hear from Pat Nevin and Ali Bruce-Ball. WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369. Emails to [email protected] 05:00 John’s end-of-season bonus,13:40 Ian shows off his big red book,17:10 Pat Nevin on working with John & Ian,19:50 Pat and Ian pranking eac…

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Rafa Benitez & the games that made him 31:16

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A special episode from the Football Daily archives when in 2019 Rafa Benitez joined Guillem Balague to talk Istanbul, Tyneside & Madrid. [This is a re-versioned episode from the Football Daily archive. It was first published on the 25th April 2019]By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Neil Warnock on football, Yorkshire puddings and chiropody 43:53

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As the Football League returns, Football Daily brings a special episode from the archives when Neil Warnock joined the 72+ squad to look back on some of his favourite memories in football. From bowling and chiropody, to Chris Morgan and Adel Taarabt, Neil Warnock lifts the lid on some of his funniest and most memorable stories.…

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172: The Spanish-American War: Origins 24:54

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We have done it! We have reached the end of the nineteenth century with the beginning of the Spanish-American War. In the first of a string of episodes, we will be exploring the country's first overseas venture - war with Spain over its island possessions in the Caribbean and the Pacific. In the aftermath of the Civil War, the United States was alr…

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Best of The Commentators' View 2024/25 - Part Three 26:44

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The best bits as John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk football, travel & language. Also hear from commentators Peter Drury and Conor McNamara. WhatsApp voicenotes to 08000 289 369. Emails to [email protected] 00:55 Peter Drury memories of being on Sports Report,06:35 Ian Dennis & Izzy Christiansen get caught sticky-handed,10:35 Conor McNamara …

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Michael Stuckey, CIT, Talks Story with Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merirman on Reflections on Interpretation 42:58

1M ago42:58

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Michael Stuckey had a career of many decades with National Park Service working in both natural and cultural history parks in a variety of roles, but especially in interpretation. He tells his own story well, "Born in Los Angeles and somehow history grabbed me early on. I began to explore how to work with it professionally. Richmond Battlefield in …

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Women's Euros: Spain Stutter into Semis 25:07

2M ago25:07

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Eilidh Barbour is joined by former England internationals Izzy Christiansen and Gilly Flaherty to reflect on Spain's 2-0 win over hosts Switzerland in the Women's Euros quarter-finals in Bern. They also look ahead to tomorrow's quarter-final between France and Germany in Basel, as well as reflecting on England's victory over Sweden on penalties on …

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Women's Euros: England v Sweden Preview 41:28

2M ago41:28

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Katie Smith is joined by commentator Vicki Sparks, former England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley and the Telegraph's Luke Edwards to preview England's quarter-final against Sweden in Zurich. England manager Sarina Wiegman tells us about the mood in camp following Saturday's huge win against Wales, while Lucy Bronze discusses whether England will change …

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Monique Thompson, CIT, Talks Story with Tim Merriman on Reflections on Interpretation 38:11

2M ago38:11

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Monique Thompson, CIT, is a Restorative Justice practitioner, nature enthusiast, and expert in interpretive education. Her programs inspire community connection and inclusivity, with a focus on environmental and personal well-being. She has been engaged in the education field for over 25 years as an instructor, collaborator, and learner. Early in h…

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171: Reform and Revitalization: The Rise of the Modern Navy, Part II 27:18

2M ago27:18

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The second and final episode of this arc take the story of the new steel navy to the beginning of the Spanish-American War. From the mid-1880s to the 1890s, the necessary infrastructure was put in place to expand the capabilities of the ships joining the fleet. Moreover, there was a shift in ideas on how to use the navy. Rather than focus on coasta…

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The Commentators’ View: The Open golf special 54:43

2M ago54:43

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John Murray & Ali Bruce-Ball are joined by golf correspondent Iain Carter to talk about what it’s like commentating at The Open. What does ‘wearing the armband’ mean? Ali reveals the worst moment of his broadcasting career. Iain tells us his tip to be crowned Champion Golfer. All that plus more malapropisms, glossary suggestions, and Clash of the C…

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The Commentators’ View: Women’s Euros special 40:58

2M ago40:58

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Ali Bruce-Ball is joined by Conor McNamara & Vicki Sparks ahead of UEFA Women’s EURO 2025. Hear from England striker Alessia Russo, catch Vicki’s Toblerone tales from Basel and will the ‘false one’ get in to the Great Glossary of Football Commentary. Plus reaction to Manchester City crashing out of the FIFA Club World Cup, and will Clash of the Com…

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Toby Merriman, Matt Villamaino, Bill Gwaltney and Tim Merriman Talk Story about AI in Interpretation 45:47

2M ago45:47

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Matt Villamaino, Bill Gwaltney, Toby Merriman, and Tim Merriman gather on Zoom to explore the role of Artificial Intelligence in heritage interpretation—with a focus on authenticity, ethics, and emerging opportunities. Toby Merriman, MFA, serves as Assistant Director of the Center for Virtual Expression at Southern Illinois University, where he sup…

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The Commentators’ View: Wimbledon tennis special 54:33

2M ago54:33

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Ali Bruce-Ball is joined by Conor McNamara & tennis correspondent Russell Fuller to talk about what it’s like commentating at Wimbledon. What is the secret to a good tennis commentary? Will any tennis-isms feature in the Great Glossary of Football Commentary? And will this correspondent come out on top in Clash of the Commentators? WhatsApp voiceno…

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Wales prepare for Women’s Euros debut 52:31

2M ago52:31

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Katie Smith is joined by former Wales international Nia Jones and Danny Gabbidon as well as BBC Wales’ Alex Richards to assess Wales’ chances at Euro 2025. They go back to where it all started, going from not having a full-time coach to reaching the European Championships. And crucially, the team look at how well Wales will be able to compete, with…

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The Welsh Way: Inside ‘Harvard for football coaches’ 57:51

2M ago57:51

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Steve Crossman & BBC Sport Wales’ Dafydd Pritchard look at how the Welsh FA are fast becoming world leaders in producing elite coaches – with the likes of Mikel Arteta, Thierry Henry and Patrick Vieira being just some of many illustrious products of the FAW’s coaching system. In this episode the guys head to Newport, where they’re given access to t…

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How to Win the Champions League: Liverpool 2019 28:45

2M ago28:45

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Andy Robertson and Alisson look back on Liverpool’s 2019 Champions League victory. They talk us through the dramatic run through the group stages and the iconic semi-final comeback against Barcelona. We get insight into how Jurgen Klopp inspired his team to win the tournament, why he was a father-figure to the squad and what it was like to receive …