Footy Prime The Podcast

Today the boys lament the end of two storied football clubs, and how will the soccer world cope with both of them no longer with us... while they celebrate a great start to the Island Games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the CPL days away from kickoff, the pod is joined by HFX Wanderers head man, Stephen Hart as we dive deeply into Canadian footy, and then veer of course and learn what lies beneath Jimmy Brennan's pants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The pod is joined by Premier League insider Simon Crabtree, who breaks down what Liverpool were, are, and will be... while taking us on a trip way back in time, when he covered a hairy Daniele Dichio in a bygone era. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eoin O'Callaghan joins the pod to discuss his new book Keane: Origins. Craig and Dich talk about what it was like playing against the man, and the lads tackle some of your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The pod discuss some of the legends Dich and Craig have had the pleasure playing with and against, Man City dodge a big one, The Beast brings joy, MLS kicks off somehow, and Gentleman Jack says farewell, all while the pod teeters on the edge of the abyss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The pod looks at an apparent renaissance at Old Trafford... and they also play a game of "What if?" As Craig and Danny are laid bare by the truth! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It was never in doubt... except for the three months that some global pandemic threatened the unimaginable, but Liverpool are once again Champions of England. The Pod takes a deep dive into this season, and what is next for Jurgen's Reds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

American soccer journal extraordinaire Grant Wahl joins the pod to talk everything from Covid 19 to Black Lives Matter, not to mention what happened, and why he is currently part of "the club" as in "in between jobs" footy media types. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Canadian legend joins the pod to discuss restarts, missing out on Jamie Vardy, and why he isn't a Baron. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys are back, and try as they might it's just impossible to not keep celebrating Bayern Munich's brilliant Canadian, who is just adding to the new world order where full backs are suddenly cool! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Labelled a legend by those that know him, Thomas Rongen lives up to the title as he joins the pod, to chat divorce, Johan Cruyff, Ted Kennedy, third gender and yoga instructors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Ligue Un Champion, and MLS Champion Benoit Cheyrou joins the pod to talk the end of the French season, life at Toronto FC, and Platini or ZiZou? The boys also lament what if anything was lost in Germany this weekend without the fans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The pod is joined by Jonathan Osorio, Toronto FC's all-time appearance leader, to break down his Quarantine hair, who he supported at Gold Cup 2000, and how his favourite 5-aside team stacks up against the Pod's. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Patrick Kendrick joins the pod live from Milan, as Italy begins life again, but what does that mean for Calcio? And then... an epic battle of wits between Forrest and Dichio, as the Pod quizzes them on their glorious careers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Golf is set to return, but how will that work? And what is the deal with footy? Can we begin to hope again? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CPL Commish David Clanachan returns to the pod, and offers some fascinating insight into how you run a League when there are no matches. Amsterdam Brewery makes its debut, and the pod, well, goes a little rogue for a change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hockey Night in Canada's David Amber joins the lads today, to discuss everything sports, from which sport has changed the most, to which has the best athletes. Danny and Craig play the sympathy card, and Sully Ahmed explains www.ConquerCovid19.ca, a serious difference maker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Episode 26, the pod is joined by Aaron Murphy, entrenched in Ireland but still flying the Maple Leaf high, as he talks ICE Hockey in a far and distant land, and offers a perspective on sport in Europe amidst all the nonsense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Not much doing in the footy world, so the boys are joined by Leo Rautins and Dan Gladman, to talk some hoops and how it compares to goals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today we are joined by Arash Madani and Gavin Day, as we bring some joy to these strange and barren times, yes a return to San Pedro Sula 2012! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Such unknown, but fear not, even without zero sports to talk about, we talk about sports... amongst other things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys provide a public service by entertaining you for a second time in one week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Empty stadiums, wanker signs and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sharm's is off today, but fear not, Dan Wong steps away from the keyboards and assumes the hosts chair... and what stories there are... from Canadian stars making global headlines and the end of Liverpool! Meanwhile Craig and Danny lock VAR horns and we have Toronto FC ticket giveaway! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Episode 19 the pod is rocked to its core following an admission of enormous proportions by one of its members. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On location this week at one of our favourite establishments in downtown Toronto as we celebrate Family Day. The lads discuss exactly what is meant by the term "Family club," what pressure's do footballers families endure, and how important is the boss of the house? Meanwhile in the wake of Manchester City's massive UEFA punishment, loyalty to your club, what does that also mean and should City expect any? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The lads break down just what it’s like to be a professional footballer and all the fame (and infamy) that comes with it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Craig is away this week, and his absence is such a loss that we replaced him with two people: Former Man City, TFC and Vancouver WhiteCap Terry Dunfield and Canadian Premier League Commish David Clanachan fill the void, and then some. Dichio and Sharman remain for nostalgia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys are back, and delve into the monster that is Pre-Season in the football world. From Sweden to Sampdoria to being star-struck. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys are back, as we break down all that we have missed. Liverpool are the best ever? Craig is better than Schmeichel, and James would refuse a reward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bo Rygaard is the Chairman of FC Copenhagen, in this special edition of Footy Prime he joins James and takes the pod into the business model and strategies of a big club in a small country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are joined by Canadian legend Frank Yallop who takes us inside the locker room in LA, the year David Beckham arrived. We also talk modern coaching to old school coaching, just what Canadian soccer went through in 2019, and do players really care about the Europa League? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Episode 11, the lads are joined by DJ Spooney, who gets all nostalgic with Dich about their Garage days, while Craig admits a sin of the past... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Concacaf President Victor Montagliani joins the pod to discuss the current World Cup Qualifying format, the sins of Concacaf past, and his wedding night! Also, the power theme continues with club ownership good and bad, and we answer some of your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode 9 takes a close look at loyalty in sport, and whether it really exists, from the pitch to the locker room. We also visit the bedroom, and find out what role sex plays in strong performances... on the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Episode 8 the boys sneak back into the locker room and onto the training pitch, and explain just how often teammates scrap, with Craig taking us to that fateful day when John Hartson went all John Hartson on Eyal Berkovic. Meanwhile Danny explains how he rules his team with an iron fist, potentially causing his teenage protege's bankruptcy. Oh, and you know what, becoming a pro ain't always easy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Episode 7, Dan Wong fills in for a sad Danny Dichio, as Toronto FC lament the one that got away, while a national icon embarrasses himself and raises yet more questions of racism in our little sports world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Episode 6, the boys are joined by Trevor Sinclair who reminisces with his two former teammates about the good old days, including a moment of friendship on one of Craig's darkest days. Racism in our game sadly is once again an important topic to discuss, but on a brighter note, the Prem, MLS and the CPL get their time in too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today's episode, Angus Gunn becomes Craig Forrest 2.0, Granit Xhaka brings up some anger issues for Danny, Zlatan may have gone a bit too far, while Tommy Wheeldon Jnr laments a missed opportunity in the Canadian Premier League, although the drama certainly helped the league... at least according to James it did. Oh, and much, much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

James, Craig and Danny lament the lack of brutal violence in the modern game, say a fond farewell to Wayne Rooney, Craig and Danny talk bribes, while Joshua Kloke drops by to talk Toronto FC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today's episode the boys broadcast from BMO Field, as Canada do something that has taken 34 years to do... beat the USA. Of course Craig disagrees, however common sense does prevail as Alex "Load Management" Mckechnie, and John Fitzgerald join the party, beers and all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Episode 2, after lamenting the demise of some giants of football, the boys enjoy their first guest in pod history - Jimmy Brennan - as he talks Canadian Premier League, as well as a notorious tail of a gathering in a hotel room, which culminated in him unleashing his snake. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Episode 1, the boys explain why we are here, they make fun of Craig for holding a notorious Premier League record, and reminisce to when Danny had as much hope as he did hair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.