Best Richard Fitzpatrick Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 3 - The Family Secret Everyone Knew But Me: A Caribbean Homecoming Like No Other 22:09

3d ago22:09

22:09

What happens when the man you thought was just a family friend turns out to be your father? In this powerful and soul-stirring episode of Pretty Likkle Jacket, we’re in Antigua celebrating a 50th birthday and unpacking a lifetime of hidden truths. Host Kathy is joined by her father Sean—whom she only officially met in her 20s—and friend Richard, as…

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68 - Amendments to the Housing Bill with Susie Fitton, John Mills and Maeve McGoldrick 40:10

16d ago40:10

40:10

In this episode of the Scottish Housing News Podcast, the discussion revolves around the proposed amendments to the Housing Scotland Bill, particularly focusing on homelessness prevention. The conversation features insights from Susie Fitton, policy manager at the Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA), Meave McGoldrick, head of policy …

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Ep. 2 - Missing the Ferry: A 13-Year-Old’s Journey for the Truth 38:29

19d ago38:29

38:29

In this deeply moving episode of Pretty Likkle Jacket, Kathy shares a courageous story from her youth—a 13-year-old girl's solo journey across the sea to find her estranged father. What started as a fact-finding mission became a profound moment of discovery, emotional reckoning, and unanswered questions. Hosts Kathy and Richard dive into the impact…

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Episode 188: Civil War, Devilish Disaster and Pie & Peas 1:12:20

22d ago1:12:20

1:12:20

John and Ross are back and they discuss the latest on the worrying Salford Red Devils circus. They touch on the proposed NRL takeover of Super League, what it may involve, why its come about and what a new competition could look like. They also chat about RFL boss Tony Sutton's recent media appearance, Phil Gould's comments and break down the Ashes…

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67 - The revised Heat in Buildings Bill with Gillian Campbell and Ashley Campbell 32:22

23d ago32:22

32:22

Gillian Campbell, director of the Existing Homes Alliance, and CIH Scotland's policy and practice manager, Ashley Campbell, join Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black to discuss the Scottish Government's newly revised Heat in Buildings Bill. They explore the Bill's key provisions, its impact on industry, the challenges it faces, and the importance of bala…

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Ep. 1 - The Shades, The Secrets, And The Jacket 32:37

1M ago32:37

32:37

In the very first episode of Pretty Likkle Jacket, Kathy and Richard take you on a rollercoaster ride of laughs, love, and life’s unexpected truths. From their hilariously unforgettable first meeting (spoiler: it involves stolen Ray-Bans and an elevator) to the raw and emotional journey of discovering one’s true paternity, this episode lays the fou…

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Welcome to Pretty Likkle Jacket 1:39

1M ago1:39

1:39

Hey everyone, I'm Kathy Wint and welcome to Pretty Little Jacket. Richard and I have been friends for nearly 30 years, so we've shared a lot. He knows all my skeletons and have actually helped me bury a few. So we're here to dive deep into the secrets, betrayals, and hidden truths that so many of us carry. We've both experienced firsthand how these…

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Episode 187: Implosions, Farces and Back to the Future 49:58

2M ago49:58

49:58

John and Ross are back for a special episode after an insane week in rugby league. They chat about the farce at Salford Red Devils and how the issues and the situation rolls on. They discuss the raft of resignations at the RFL and the coup that has seen Nigel Wood controversially return to the governing body as interim chairman. They also touch on …

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66 - Martin Wilkie-McFarlane on Wellhouse, regulatory intervention and more 30:55

2M ago30:55

30:55

Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black catch up with Martin Wilkie McFarlane, who shares insights from his experience with Wellhouse Housing Association during a critical period of regulatory intervention. The conversation explores the challenges faced by Wellhouse, the impact of regulatory actions, and the broader implications for the housing sector in Sc…

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Episode 186: Vegas Baby 30:25

2M ago30:25

30:25

Ross and John are live from Las Vegas ahead of rugby league’s takeover of Allegiant Stadium. They talk about the experience of being in Vegas, the events and activities they have been on, the impact of it all, and what it all may mean for the NRL and Super League in the future.

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Episode 185: Karl Fitzpatrick 26:22

2M ago26:22

26:22

John Davidson sits down with Warrington CEO Karl Fitzpatrick ahead of the journey to Las Vegas. They talk about the massive game against Wigan in Sin City, rugby league's attempts to crack America and the impact the event has already had. They also discuss Super League's dramatic opening round, gaining publicity and breaking out the bubble, Warring…

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65 - Rural housing: Public land acquisition and the Right to Live with Hamish Trench and Ailsa Raeburn 35:25

3M ago35:25

35:25

“Compulsory purchase reform is absolutely critical because we do need a backstop if landowners aren't prepared to come to the table on reasonable terms.” In this episode, Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black speak to two guests who have new proposals to help adequately house people living in rural areas. Hamish Trench is the chief executive and accountab…

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64 - The Prospecthill Court Retrofit Project with Richard Turnock, Duncan Smith and Ryan Ferrier 31:18

5M ago31:18

31:18

“We go into this project not looking for awards but it's good actually to recognise the contribution of our staff and it's also a good way for our suppliers and the other stakeholders in this to be recognised as well. So it's a win-win-win for customers, us and the contractors.” If you could cut your tenants’ heating bills by 80%, you would, wouldn…

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Episode 184: Richard de la Riviere 56:49

5M ago56:49

56:49

John catches up with rugby league journalist and author Richard de la Riviere. The pair talk about media access in rugby league, the women's game and his website womensrl.com. They also discuss the upcoming match in Las Vegas, the Ashes and Garry Schofield.

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Episode 183: Samoa, Sua'ali'i and Code Wars 40:47

6M ago40:47

40:47

John and Ross are back to discuss the England vs Samoa series, international rugby league and Joseph Sua'ali'i crossing codes. They talk about code hoppers in rugby union and rugby league, the difficulties involved and whether a merger could happen in the future - of if it's pure pipedream. They also touch on the Mark Aston/concussion case and answ…

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King John 37:19

7M ago37:19

37:19

In which Grace and Danny discuss grief, weak leadership, and how three lions are not necessarily better than none.By Danny and Grace Fitzpatrick

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63 - Accessible housing (part 4) with Simon Fitzpatrick 47:13

7M ago47:13

47:13

“If we can get 90% of it right, I'd be delighted if somebody else came up with the other 10% and built on that. That's the history of social housing, right? Standing on the shoulders of giants and keeping getting better and better and better. We're just part of that chain.” Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black wrap up their series on accessible housing w…

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Episode 181: Matt Parcell 25:56

7M ago25:56

25:56

Hull KR hooker Matt Parcell joins the podcast ahead of the Super League semi-final against Warrington. Matt talks about Hull KR’s great season, the danger of Warrington, his career and his impending retirement. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support.…

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Episode 180: Matt Dufty 20:56

7M ago20:56

20:56

Warrington Wolves fullback Matt Duffy joins us ahead of the Super League semi-final against St Helens. Matt talks to us about his excellent season, being name in the Dream Team and the upcoming finals. He discuses Sam Burgess’ transformation of Warrington, his background in the NRL and his transfer to Super League. Become a supporter of this podcas…

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62 - Accessible housing (part 3) with Jacquie Pepper and Elaine Ritchie 31:42

8M ago31:42

31:42

“Partnership work is about relationships, it's knowing people, it's understanding each of us have roles and responsibilities but keeping in mind what we're all trying to achieve at the end of the day and that's the outcomes for people that live in our communities to allow them to thrive and survive.” Continuing with their accessible housing series,…

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Love’s Labor’s Lost 37:19

8M ago37:19

37:19

In which Grace and Danny discuss Ken Branagh, the good of knowing the end before you’ve begun, and the education of women’s eyes.By Danny and Grace Fitzpatrick

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61 - Accessible housing (part 2) with Angela Currie 28:00

9M ago28:00

28:00

“If we don't grab and grab with both hands that prevention agenda, do more now, given we know what's coming our way from our demographics, then we are going to be in a much worse state than we are now in 10, 20 years time.” Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black continue their exploration of the current issues surrounding social care and accessible housing…

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60 - Accessible housing (part 1) with Pam Duncan-Glancy MSP 35:51

9M ago35:51

35:51

“You can't do all of the things that people take for granted if you can't get in and out of your house.” In the run-up to the Housing & Social Care Accessibility Summit in Dundee, Jimmy Black and Kieran Findlay discuss the practical housing issues often confronted by people with disabilities with the campaigning MSP Pam Duncan-Glancy. Pam, who repr…

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Episode 179: Viva Las Vegas 1:04:00

9M ago1:04:00

1:04:00

Ross and John are back for a bumper episode where they discuss Las Vegas, the NRL and Super League teaming up in America, and Hull KR top of the table. They chat about IMG and cutbacks at the RFL, the next World Cup being hosted by Australia and PNG, Salford rising, St Helens struggling and loads more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://ww…

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59 - The holistic approach to homelessness with Helen Murdoch and Janet Haugh 35:36

9M ago35:36

35:36

“We have a theory of change which demonstrates the changes we are hoping to see in people's lives that will ultimately help us achieve our vision of a world where everyone has an equal chance to create a safe and supportive place to call home.” Returning to the subject of homelessness, Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black speak to two charities that betw…

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58 - Communications during a crisis with Sally Thomas and Chris Fairbairn 42:52

10M ago42:52

42:52

“In crisis situations, don't try and save face in front of us. Tell us the warts and all. Tell us the reality of the situation here. If we're going in with one hand tied behind our back, then it isn't going to end well.” In this episode of the Scottish Housing News Podcast, Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black discuss the value of effective communication…

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Episode 178: Rob Burrow, Tributes and Changes 40:47

11M ago40:47

40:47

John and Ross are back with a special tribute to Rob Burrow. They also discuss Rohan Smith’s dismissal at Leeds, potential candidates to replace him, England’s shocking player payments for the France test and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support.…

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57 - Housing Bill part 4: An interview with housing minister Paul McLennan 30:09

11M ago30:09

30:09

Jimmy Black and Kieran Findlay conclude their series on the Scottish Government’s new Housing Bill with an interview with the minister responsible for bringing the legislation through Parliament, housing minister Paul McLennan. The wide-ranging discussion centred on measures in the proposed legislation such as rent controls, homelessness and domest…

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56 - Housing Bill part 3: Domestic abuse with Michelle Meldrum, Eileen McMullan and Sophie Berry 38:42

12M ago38:42

38:42

Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black continue their look into the new Housing Bill with a look at the duties expected of social landlords regarding domestic abuse. Under the proposed legislation, social landlords will have to provide support to tenants experiencing rent arrears or risk of homelessness due to domestic abuse, and to publish a policy on how…

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Episode 177: Cups, Carty and Coming Up With A Plan 28:44

12M ago28:44

28:44

The boys talk about the declining popularity of the Challenge Cup, IMG’s London Broncos problem, the coaching and recruitment situation at Hull FC, the sustainability of the Championship and League 1, and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support.…

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55 - The Housing Bill part 2: Homelessness prevention duties with Ewan Aitken 26:32

12M ago26:32

26:32

Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black put the Holyrood turmoil to one side and continue their exploration of various elements of the Scottish Government’s new Housing Bill with a look at proposed new homelessness prevention measures. The legislation will introduce an ‘ask and act’ duty on social landlords and other bodies, such as health boards and the po…

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54 - Housing Bill part 1 Rent controls and tenants' rights with Dr John Boyle 28:45

1y ago28:45

28:45

With the long-awaited Housing Bill finally here, hosts Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black will dedicate the next four episodes to digest various elements of the legislation, including homelessness and domestic abuse, culminating in an interview with housing minister Paul McLennan. But we begin the series with a discussion on increased rights for privat…

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Episode 176: Rowley, Rohan and Richie 53:27

1y ago53:27

53:27

Ross and John are back to discuss Paul Rowley staying with Salford, the hell at Hull FC, the club’s appointment of Richie Myler, pressure on Rohan Smith and the future for Tony Smith. We also talk about the rise of Warrington and Huddersfield, Challenge Cup quarter-final results and England to play France in Toulouse. Become a supporter of this pod…

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53 - Shawfair and clean heating networks with Eoghan Maguire 35:21

1y ago35:21

35:21

"Technically heat networks aren't really difficult. It is just large-scale plumbing. The heat's already there, we're just moving it.” With the Scottish Government’s New Build Heat Standard now in force, the installation of ‘direct emission’ systems for heating for new build homes and other buildings is now banned in Scotland. Effectively, this mean…

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52 - Why ‘fabric-first’ may be the wrong approach for retrofitting with Fionn Stevenson 48:53

1y ago48:53

48:53

“If we have a choice between a tenant having their home flooded or having to put on an extra jumper, which would you recommend?” For anyone who has encountered architect Fionn Stevenson over her career, her answer to this question will be obvious. It forms part of her claim that a blanket one-size-fits-all fabric-first approach to retrofitting shou…

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Episode 175: Money, Media and Mismanagement 1:00:04

1y ago1:00:04

1:00:04

John and Ross are back to discuss the first few rounds of Super League, the shocking situation at Featherstone Rovers and whether a player’s union is needed in UK rugby league. They also talk about the match review panel, the issue of media facilities in Super League, and the latest international news involving Italy, Ireland, Scotland and Lebanon …

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51 - Why it is important to declare a housing emergency with Cllr Jane Meagher and Cllr Allan Casey 41:42

1y ago41:42

41:42

Almost a year since Scotland appointed its first dedicated housing minister, three councils have declared housing emergencies due to mounting pressures in their local housing systems and dozens of others could be set to follow. Now housing bodies across Scotland are making a concerted effort to say that it's not just individual regions that are str…

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50 - The PRS rent adjudication scheme with Susan Aktemel and Calum Sanderson 43:51

1y ago43:51

43:51

With the Tenant Protection Bill’s in-tenancy rent cap and eviction measures due to expire in a matter of weeks, the Scottish Government has proposed an adjudication scheme to ease the transition until a long-awaited Housing Bill comes to pass. Under the proposals, the process for rent adjudication will temporarily be modified from April 1st for one…

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49 - Craig Stirrat 45:28

1y ago45:28

45:28

Fresh from being recognised by CIH Scotland with a Lifetime Achievement award for having gone the extra mile during his career, Grampian Housing Association chief executive Craig Stirrat joins Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black to talk about his 40 years in housing so far and the current challenges facing the housing sector. Hear Craig's views on housi…

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Episode 174: Super League 2024 Season Launch 55:54

1y ago55:54

55:54

John, Ross and Phil Caplan are live from the Aviva Studios in Manchester for the launch of the new Super League season. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support.By By The Balls

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48 - Reidvale and the role of tenants in stock transfers with Paul Sweeney MSP and Lesley Baird 30:24

1+ y ago30:24

30:24

With Reidvale Housing Association currently considering its options after shareholders voted against a proposed transfer of engagements to Place for People Scotland, Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black reflect on some of the issues that have been raised so far. They spoke to Glasgow Labour MSP Paul Sweeney, who was a prominent part of the campaign again…

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Episode 173: New beginnings 30:45

1+ y ago30:45

30:45

John is joined on the podcast by author and journalist Steve Mascord. The pair talk about the launch of the Championship and League 1 seasons, changes at Wakefield Trinity, the new concussion rules, Super League’s foray into streaming and a new broadcasting platform and Steve’s new book on the 1994 Kangaroos. Become a supporter of this podcast: htt…

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Episode 172: Brett Kearney 37:12

1+ y ago37:12

37:12

We are joined by former professional rugby league player Brett Kearney. Brett, who retired in 2014, had spells with South Sydney, Cronulla and Bradford. Now an ambassador for the Brain Foundation, he joins us to talk about concussion in sport, his history of brain injuries, dealing with retirement, the financial dramas at the Bulls and more. Become…

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47 - Design for displacement with Laurence Wood 52:40

1+ y ago52:40

52:40

Kieran Findlay and Jimmy Black step outside the Scottish social housing bubble to consider the impact of housing design in the aftermath of a disaster. Earlier this year, architect and University of Dundee lecturer Laurence Wood took a group of Year 5 Architecture students to Turkey, which had just suffered from a terrible earthquake, to live in ru…

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Episode 171: Whitewashes, Magic mayhem and more 1:14:26

1+ y ago1:14:26

1:14:26

John and Ross are back and discuss England’s big series win over Tonga, Samoa pulling out of a Uk tour and the Kiwis beating the Kangaroos. They also chat about Magic Weekend going to Leeds, Salford’s stadium situation, new rule changes in Super League, the World Club Challenge and a lot more in rugby league. Become a supporter of this podcast: htt…

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46 - Alloa and town centre living with Steve Malone, Johnny Cadell and Grant Baxter 44:37

1+ y ago44:37

44:37

Kieran Findlay is joined by Steve Malone and Johnny Cadell, both principal architects at Architecture & Design Scotland, and Grant Baxter, the planning & building standards team leader at Clackmannanshire Council, to tell the story of a town centre development at Primrose Street in Alloa. Together they share their experiences of working to support …

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45 - Scotland's Annual Homelessness Conference with Paul McLennan MSP, Maggie Brünjes, Martin Smith and Allan Jones 26:24

1+ y ago26:24

26:24

It is difficult to remember a time when global, UK and national events have aligned so acutely to heap even more pressure on Scotland's local housing systems. Committed professional sectors from across the housing, homelessness and refugee sectors gathered at Scotland's Annual Homelessness Conference on October 31st to unlock solutions to these unp…

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44 - Young professionals with Nicola Dillon, Julie‑Ann Cloherty and Collette Anderson 31:19

1+ y ago31:19

31:19

Scottish Housing Day took place last month to celebrate careers across housing by showcasing the variety of roles and routes into the sector and making the case for housing to be recognised as an important and valued career. But it also served to raise awareness of the need to replace a largely ageing workforce and support the next generation of ho…

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Episode 170: Gareth Ellis 1:16:25

1+ y ago1:16:25

1:16:25

Our special guest is Gareth Ellis. He joins us to talk about his new book, his amazing career, his plans for the future, his time in Super League, his time in the NRL and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support.By By The Balls

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Episode 169: 2023 Super League Grand Final Preview 42:16

1+ y ago42:16

42:16

John and Ross are back to preview the 2023 Super League grand final between Catalans and Wigan. We discuss the main talking points of the big match, and the Championship grand final between London and Toulouse, and interview Jai Field and Matty Peet. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/by-the-balls--2968437/support.…

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