Best Eric Leeds Podcasts (2024)

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There's nothing like talking to Omar about Prince and his idol Stevie Wonder. In part 1 we discuss being hailed as a musical prodigy, influences, collaborators and the creative process. Not to be missed ... 29:40

2d ago29:40

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INTRO 2mins - Learning his craft as a child, and a musical education, culminating at The Guildhall School of Music. 3mins - Always being comfortable with music as a craft...and having to choose over football. 4mins - First Omar composition...at 14? 5mins30s - Scholarship vs a record deal... 6mins - Music theory vs feel... 7mins - Things Omar's Dad …

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Pedri: The Imperfect 10 5:54

1d ago5:54

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Pitchside, moments after Spain 3 Switzerland 2. Late winners. New faces. Lots of storylines for La Roja, and almost all of them positive. But for Spain and Barcelona, there is a numbers game developing in which Pedri loses out. These new posts are recorded as video and sent direct to your email... IF you subscribe, for free, right now. JUST CLICK H…

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Dani Olmo: The Rise of the Replicant 5:53

30m ago5:53

5:53

Big Interview listeners, hola! This is my latest, on Dani Olmo, the catalyst. These posts are recorded as video diaries and delivered direct to email if you subscribe to my new Substack. CLICK HERE, YOU'LL REALLY LIKE IT. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit revist…

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The Nelsson Vendetta: Denmark and Switzerland are out to tame Spain 5:02

14m ago5:02

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Big Interview listeners! These new reports are video posts. You can get them as soon as I record them, sent right to your email. Please sign up now BY CLICKING THIS LINK and don't miss any of my video reports from around Spanish football and beyond. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to …

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Vini, Vini, Vini: Suddenly We Have a Title Race 6:57

3d ago6:57

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Subscribe to Revista de La Liga on Substack NOW to receive these posts on video Featuring Vinicius, Lewandowski, Scott McKenna, Boom Boom Becker, Lamine YamalReal Madrid 4 Osasuna oReal Sociedad 1 Barcelona 0Leganes 1 - Sevilla 0Rayo 1 Las Palmas 3 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to b…

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The Flick Blaugrana Line: The old school move behind Barça's surge 6:28

7d ago6:28

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Big Interview listeners! I hope you're enjoying these reports from Spain after a break in programming. But they are made for video and I want you to get them via email, as soon as I record them. So please, go to https://revistadelaliga.substack.com/ and subscribe and you won't miss a single one. This is a public episode. If you would like to discus…

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Empty tanks, tired minds: Madrid run out of gas 8:41

8d ago8:41

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Madrid v Milan is one of European football’s royal occasions. But last night we didn’t quite see the real thing. I’ve seen this a few times this season. A Madrid team wearing the scars of overload and the badge of burnout. Throw in key absences including Thibaut Courtois, Toni Kroos and Dani Carvajal and the scene was set for Milan’s show-stealing …

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Football is a footnote for a country in mourning 3:19

10d ago3:19

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Hola We were planning a video on this weekend’s Spanish football, but it did not feel right in light of the devastation caused by the floods in Valencia. If you want to donate, LALIGA is supporting the Red Cross in the emergency caused by the DANA. click this link This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or…

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Charles 'Chazz' Smith shares memories of High School years in Minneapolis, band battles, talent shows, parental advice and the influence of his cousin Prince growing up. 33:46

30d ago33:46

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INTRO to Charles 1mins30s - Reflections on Lincoln Junior High School, with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis 2mins - Knocking on local doors in the neighbourhood just to listen 3mins - Hanging out in Sonny T's basement, and studying him 3mins30s - The MPLS drum beat: did Charles teach Prince? And influences... 4mins45s - MPLS fashions for young teens, dre…

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Spain win! La Roja are reborn in Berlin 15:27

4M ago15:27

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As I leave Berlin - the city of Jesse Owens, David Bowie and now Lamine Yamal - I’m recording this final report from Euro 2024, where I have been embedded once more with the Spain team. I saw the treble winners of 2008-12 up close too, and they may not have a prime Iniesta or Xavi, but in their own way I think this team is just as good. Some of the…

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The Seclusion Factor: Inside Spain's golf resort training camp 12:41

4M ago12:41

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I hope you enjoy this latest update from Germany, as Spain and I depart Donaueschingen, where they have trained and relaxed and prepared for the mesmeric performances you've been watching in this tournament. These reports are also available - for free - at my new Substack, the link is coming up. If you subscribe to this site, you'll receive regular…

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Viva Lamine! 11:34

4M ago11:34

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This is my first post on Substack - the new home for my reporting on Spanish football. I hope as many of you as possible will subscribe to receive all my work to your email inbox - for the time being, I’m choosing to make this entirely free of charge. Today you have a choice - listen to this short podcast on the 16-year-old who has lit up the Euros…

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BITESIZE | Michael O’Neill: Northern Ireland’s Spirit of Success 11:16

6M ago11:16

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Today’s story comes from Michael O’Neill, who describes how he kindled the team spirit in his Northern Ireland squad. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Michael O’Neill Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Michael O’Neill Part Two - The Big Interview with Graham …

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Classic Big Interview: Craig Gordon 58:48

6M ago58:48

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Craig Gordon from season two. This was a fascinating discussion about Craig’s remarkable campaign at Celtic, during which he proved he could play out from the back – even at the Camp Nou. We also talked about the devastating injury which kept the Scotland No1 out of the game for two years. Craig revea…

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BITESIZE | Terry Butcher: Metal and Me 7:51

6M ago7:51

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Today’s story comes from Terry Butcher, who describes his favourite Iron Maiden gig – when the England, Ipswich and Rangers legend actually performed on stage with the heavy rockers. Listen to the original full episode: Terry Butcher: Beattie, Banter & Sir Bobby - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…

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BITESIZE | Joe Jordan: The genius that was Jimmy Johnstone 9:22

6M ago9:22

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Today’s story comes from Joe Jordan, who reminisces about the sheer genius of Celtic legend Jimmy Johnstone. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Joe Jordan Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Joe Jordan Part Two - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Host…

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Classic Big Interview: Peter Crouch 48:45

6M ago48:45

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Peter Crouch from season two. Peter was a footballer who played with an accomplished technical ability and a sense of fun which made him a joy to watch. He was so much more than a good touch for a big man. In this Big Interview we discover learning the game using the Coerver Method, some of his best s…

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BITESIZE | Peter Beardsley: Tino Asprilla, Newcastle’s Madcap Genius 12:10

6M ago12:10

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Today’s story comes from Peter Beardsley, who expresses his love for Tino Asprilla, an extraordinary footballer and one of the funniest and most eccentric men ever to have played the game. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Peter Beardsley Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic B…

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BITESIZE | Jody Morris: My beloved Chelsea undervalued me 9:49

6M ago9:49

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Today’s story comes from Jody Morris, who describes his protracted exit from his boyhood heroes Chelsea. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Jody Morris Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Jody Morris Part Two - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted…

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Classic Big Interview: Chris Sutton Part Two 1:03:42

6M ago1:03:42

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Here’s another chance to hear part two of my interview with Chris Sutton from season two. Chris had the pick of every top team in England in 1994, but it was upwardly mobile Blackburn that took him from Norwich for a British record transfer fee of £5 million. Paired with Alan Shearer in the famous SAS partnership, Chris helped Rovers win the 1994/9…

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Classic Big Interview: Chris Sutton Part One 50:13

6M ago50:13

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Chris Sutton from season two. Chris uses the word ‘character’ a lot and explains how his was forged – from an initial rejection from Norwich City to his dad’s boot camp approach to physical fitness to an uncompromising youth team coach at Carrow Road. Also in part one: Sri Lankan cricketer Ravi Pushpa…

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BITESIZE | Terry Butcher: Sir Bobby was not to be trifled with 5:57

6M ago5:57

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Today’s story comes from Terry Butcher, who describes trying to keep a straight face when Bobby Robson was scolding him, while Gazza was making funny faces at him in the background. Listen to the original full episode: Terry Butcher: Beattie, Banter & Sir Bobby - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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BITESIZE | Charlie Nicholas: Danny McGrain, Man and Legend 6:37

6M ago6:37

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Today’s story comes from Charlie Nicholas, who relates how his Celtic hero Danny McGrain used to pick him up in the mornings – to the amazement of his pals. Listen to the original full episodes: Classic Big Interview: Charlie Nicholas Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Charlie Nicholas Part Two - The Big …

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Classic Big Interview: Mark Noble Part Two 41:12

6M ago41:12

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Mark Noble from season two. In part two, we hear how Mark grew up with a football field (almost) for a back garden. Mark talks about running out at Upton Park, and the final game there, against Manchester United under the lights. We also hear about the Legacy Foundation, which Mark founded alongside t…

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Classic Big Interview: Mark Noble Part One 32:37

6M ago32:37

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Mark Noble from season two. Mark starred in the midfield at his beloved West Ham United for most of his senior career. In part one, you’ll hear about his ice-cool prowess as a penalty-taker – he once scored two in an epic shootout against the Netherlands in the semi-finals of the European Under-21 Cha…

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BITESIZE | Gordon Strachan: Boozers are Losers 5:19

6M ago5:19

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Today’s story comes from Gordon Strachan, who declares that the team that wins together does not necessarily have to drink together. Listen to the original full episode: Classic Big Interview: Gordon Strachan - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public episode. If you …

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In part 2 we talk chemistry and spiritual connection, touring the US with Prince as her guitar player. Lost album Milk & Honey, an enduring friendship and exciting plans for 2024 and beyond. "I'm not gonna ... 23:59

7M ago23:59

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INTRO 2mins30secs - Tamar's chemistry with Prince 'It was like a student following a teacher...[but] you can't work with that kind of greatness and take mediocre...' 6mins30s - Prince going on tour with Tamar, playing guitar on her U.S. shows 7mins45s - Will we ever get to hear her album 'Milk & Honey'? Her collaborative project with Prince. 8mins3…

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BITESIZE | Peter Beardsley: My brief stay at Man U 10:02

7M ago10:02

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Today’s story comes from Peter Beardsley, who tells the incredible tale of how he ended up - briefly - at Manchester United, courtesy of George Best. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Peter Beardsley Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Peter Beardsley Part Two …

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BITESIZE | Darren Fletcher: I could have made a difference against Barca 10:12

7M ago10:12

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Today’s story comes from Darren Fletcher, who explains what it was like to miss the 2009 Champions League final in which Manchester United took on Barcelona’s greatest side. Listen to the original full episode: The Big Interview with Darren Fletcher - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor…

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Classic Big Interview: Neil Lennon Part Two 33:16

7M ago33:16

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Neil Lennon from season two. This second part is the audience Q&A section of the live fundraising event for Ardgowan Hospice organised by actor and friend of the Big Interview Martin Compston. There are great responses from Neil about player development and the most talented managers in football today…

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BITESIZE | Joe Jordan: Don Revie was the master of preparation 6:42

7M ago6:42

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Today’s story comes from Joe Jordan, who describes the revolutionary preparations undertaken by Leeds United’s legendary manager Don Revie. Listen to the classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big Interview: Joe Jordan Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Joe Jordan Part Two - The Big Interview …

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BITESIZE | Terry Butcher: The lost legend of Kevin Beattie 7:34

7M ago7:34

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Today’s story comes from Terry Butcher, who describes how his former Ipswich team-mate Kevin Beattie could have been one of the all-time England greats and was a legend off the pitch. Listen to the original full episode: Terry Butcher: Beattie, Banter & Sir Bobby - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy …

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BITESIZE | Michael Carrick: Creating Havoc 4:50

7M ago4:50

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Today’s story comes from Michael Carrick, who explains how his nickname ‘Havoc’ originated in a war game which some of the Manchester United stars would indulge in while on long hauls abroad. It could get a bit too competitive at times, but overall it was excellent for team bonding. Listen to a classic versions of the original episodes: Classic Big…

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Classic Big Interview: Neil Lennon Part One 1:10:16

7M ago1:10:16

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Neil Lennon from season two. We recorded our first live event when Neil, then the Hibernian manager, joined us at Greenock Town Hall for a fundraising event for Ardgowan Hospice organised by screen star Martin Compston. In part one, you’ll hear about Martin O’Neill dragging his Leicester City players …

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BITESIZE | Harry Redknapp: John White’s Boots 8:56

7M ago8:56

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Today’s story comes from Harry Redknapp, who muses on the diverse talents of the late great John White, Paulo Di Canio, Tony Currie, Alan Hudson, Peter Osgood, Charlie Cooke and Robert Prosinečki. Listen to the original full episode: Harry Redknapp: Di Canio, Kanu & The Art Of The Deal - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast.…

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BITESIZE | Charlie Nicholas: Ron Atkinson’s Toothpick 8:44

7M ago8:44

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Today’s story comes from Charlie Nicholas, who relates how Arsenal might have been the wrong choice, but it beat moving to Manchester United under Ron Atkinson – the man with the golden toothpick. Listen to the original full episodes: Classic Big Interview: Charlie Nicholas Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Intervi…

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Classic Big Interview: John Collins Part Two 37:37

7M ago37:37

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with John Collins from season two. During his time in France, John underwent a technical and tactical revolution, but his marginal gains approach to self-improvement started in his teens. How else could a skinny kid from Galashiels get the chance to line up alongside George Best in only his second professi…

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Classic Big Interview: John Collins Part One 35:05

7M ago35:05

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with John Collins from season two. John’s career was shaped by his move from Celtic to Monaco in 1996, where he played alongside a couple of promising youngsters named Thierry Henry and David Trezeguet. John tells us how the two French internationalists carried the hamper at every away game in the season p…

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BITESIZE | Gordon Strachan: Fergie’s Mind Games 7:45

7M ago7:45

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Today’s story comes from Gordon Strachan, who declares that you don’t need a sports psychologist if you’ve got a man manager like Sir Alex Ferguson in charge. Listen to the classic episode: Classic Big Interview: Gordon Strachan - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a pub…

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Ashley Tamar Davis is a Grammy nominated Singer, Songwriter, Actress, Educator, Mentor and Entrepreneur. And her life was forever changed by Prince. This is her story. 24:36

7M ago24:36

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INTRO - Just coming back in late from London, and Houston... 3mins - the elevator pitch on Tamar, '...how would you describe yourself?' 4mins30s - Finding your tribe online 5mins - Tamar's passion as an educator 7mins - Were your parents or your family musical? Where did you inherit your talent from? 8mins - The original line up for Destiny's Child…

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BITESIZE | Gaizka Mendieta: A Walk on the Wild Side 10:10

7M ago10:10

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Today’s story comes from Gaizka Mendieta, who speaks about his passion for DJing and how he once met his hero Lou Reed, the Johan Cruyff of music. Listen to the original full episode: Gaizka Mendieta: Practice makes perfect - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. This is a public e…

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Classic Big Interview: Steve Archibald Part Two 41:26

7M ago41:26

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Steve Archibald from season two. In part two we hear about how Terry Venables imported Liverpool’s defensive system to win La Liga when Steve was at Barcelona, what it’s like to score in and win a season-opening Classico, the unpredictable mind of Bernd Schuster, and how to avoid one of the most notor…

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Classic Big Interview: Steve Archibald Part One 39:20

7M ago39:20

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Steve Archibald from season two. In part one, Steve talks about his early career at my beloved Aberdeen, his talented Pittodrie team-mates and the legendary manager who would lead them to the 1980 league title, Alex Ferguson. It is truly fascinating to hear Steve take a forensic view of the role of th…

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BITESIZE | Chris Waddle: Basic Instinct 7:28

7M ago7:28

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Today’s story comes from Geordie magician Chris Waddle, who explains how he regularly baited and befuddled defenders because he was never afraid to unleash his God-given talent. Listen to the original full episode: Chris Waddle: The Entertainer - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…

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BITESIZE | Walter Smith: Keeping Gazza on the straight and narrow 5:20

7M ago5:20

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Today’s story comes from Walter Smith, who tells us about doorstep recruiting Paul Gascoigne for Rangers and then keeping him on the straight and narrow. Listen to a classic version of the original episode: Classic Big Interview: Walter Smith - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Classic Big Interview: Steve McManaman Part Two 34:09

7M ago34:09

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Here’s another chance to hear my interview with Steve McManaman from season two. In part two, we hear about the clever, deft chip at the Camp Nou which helped Real Madrid into the Champions League final, a final that bequeathed the elegant midfielder his second winners medal. Steve received a hero’s welcome in the dressing room. Also: war at the Be…

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Classic Big Interview: Steve McManaman Part One 34:24

8M ago34:24

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Here’s another chance to hear part one of my interview with Steve McManaman from season two. The four years that Steve spent at Real Madrid can be summed up in two Champions League wins, two league titles, and one remark from none other than Johan Cruyff, who described the Merseyside Madridista as el socio del todos – a partner to everyone on the p…

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BITESIZE | Gary McAllister: Eric Cantona and Leeds ’92 7:16

8M ago7:16

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Today’s story comes from Gary McAllister, who says that although Eric Cantona turned a few key matches, the French maestro was relatively peripheral to Leeds United’s 1992 league title win. Listen to the original full episodes: Classic Big Interview: Gary McAllister Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter | Acast Classic Big Interview: Gary…

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In part 2 we field fan Qs to Owen, he reflects on Prince's demands in the early days, and working with other MPLS artists. Meeting fans on his recent book tour and his feeling on the Purple One's incredible ... 37:59

8M ago37:59

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INTRO 2mins - Fan Questions: what happened at the Rio in Las Vegas? 3mins30s - Early, and unreasonable demands from Prince. Mentors and moving on without malice... 6mins30s - What was it like managing other artists vs managing Prince? Working with Andre Cymone and Jesse Johnson. 9mins30s - Working with the Prince Estate on a potential 'For You' Del…

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BITESIZE | Ramon Calderon: Zizou, the bet that paid off 5:56

8M ago5:56

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Today’s story comes from former Real Madrid president Ramón Calderón, who says how promoting Zinedine Zinedine from the position of reserve team coach to the biggest role in club football management was a risk that paid off. Listen to the original full episodes: Classic Big Interview: Ramon Calderon Part One - The Big Interview with Graham Hunter |…

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