Iron Cast: The Official West Ham United Podcast

This week on Iron Cast, Chris Scull & Carlton Cole are joined by former England and West Ham defender Matthew Upson. From donning Bobby Moore's famous number 6 jersey to his performances in a West Ham shirt that helped him secure a spot in Fabio Capello's 2010 World Cup squad, this is an episode not to be missed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode, one of the club's most iconic players, Clyde Best joins Chris Scull and Carlton Cole to share his experiences from his time at West Ham which included playing alongside club legend Bobby Moore. From flying over to East London from Bermuda for his trial with the club, to putting his name in Claret & Blue folklore, this is an episode you do not want to miss! If you want to hear more about Clyde's story, 'Transforming The Beautiful Game: The Clyde Best Story' is hosting its World Premiere at Sadler's Wells East from March 25-28. Tickets available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Iron Cast, actor Hero Fiennes Tiffin joins hosts Chris Scull & Carlton Cole to swap hilarious stories about his journey from flipping burgers to starring in Guy Richie’s ‘Young Sherlock’, while sharing his ultimate fanboy moments playing TST football alongside some of his West Ham Heroes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Spaces. In Episode 1, Freddie Potts, Soungoutou Magassa and Mateus Fernandes step into Hour in Hackney Wick for an honest conversation hosted by Guvna B. Away from the training ground, the three young midfielders talk about growing up in the game, their different backgrounds, life in London and how they unwind when football isn’t the focus. (00:00) The Playground (02:30) Lifestyle Switch-Up (05:31) Youngest in Charge (10:37) Beyond the 90 (12:53) Mood in the Camp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode, one of the club's newest additions, Axel Disasi joins Chris Scull and Carlton Cole to share how he is settling into life in East London. From his recent performances at the heart of the Hammers defence to his West Ham supporting Auntie from Stratford, Axel reveals all from his career so far in this exlusive episode of Iron Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode, former England & West Ham goalkeeper Rob Green joins Chris Scull and Carlton Cole to share some memorable stories from his time in between the sticks at West Ham United. From THAT performance against Arsenal at the Emirates and why the England National Team failed to live up to the potential to a shirtless Ray Winstone this episode has everything! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode, Alan Curbishley joins Chris Scull and Carlton Cole to share some memorable stories from his time as both player and manager of West Ham United. From some iconic moments of donning the Claret & Blue to the moment that turned Carlos Tevez into a prolific striker during the ‘Great Escape’ season, this episode is not one to be missed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Iron Cast, Chris Skull and Carlton Cole are joined by West Ham legend Stuart Pearce. In this episode, Pearce speaks about everything from his career beginnings in non-league all the way to his England debut, a coach under David Moyes at West Ham and beyond. This is not to be missed as Stuart relives some fantastic stories from over the years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Iron Cast Christmas special, West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo sits down with Chris Skull and Carlton Cole to discuss the club's recent results, how he plans to turn their fortunes around, managerial learnings from winning the Champions League as a goalkeeper under Jose Mourinho and much, much more! This episode is not to be missed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of Iron Cast, West Ham's Tomas Soucek opens up on his battle with mental health, the reason behind his famous helicopter celebration and why he thought now was the right time to release his autobiography. The Czech also talks about how a win over Chelsea was the catalyst behind avoiding relegation and eventually finding success in Europe. This episode is not to be missed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's episode of Ironcast features the Mad Dog himself, Martin Allen. We dive into his footballing persona, his West Ham legacy, family life in East London, and his passion for the sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of Ironcast, West Ham's own, Freddie Potts for an honest, insightful conversation. Carlton reflects on the early days coaching Potts in the Academy, sharing stories about his attitude, development, and the moment he realised Freddie was destined for first-team football. Freddie opens up about his breakthrough year, including his invaluable loan spell at Portsmouth: from the intensity of League One life to the lessons that shaped his game and character. This is an episode not to be missed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

West Ham United is celebrating Black History Month 2025 with a new series, Discovering, in which we focus on our players’ backgrounds, heritage and the unique experiences that shaped their journeys to east London. Lifelong Hammer and award-winning Goaldiggers podcaster Philippa Jennings is our host as we speak to Viviane Asseyi in our fourth episode, shining a light on her story, culture, life and football career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

West Ham United is celebrating Black History Month 2025 with a new series, Discovering, in which we focus on our players’ backgrounds, heritage and the unique experiences that shaped their journeys to east London. Lifelong Hammer and award-winning Goaldiggers podcaster Philippa Jennings is our host as we speak to Callum Wilson in our third episode, shining a light on his story, culture, life and football career. For Callum Wilson, born and raised in Coventry, his journey begins in the Radford suburbs, a community full of character and cultural diversity, where football offered focus, belonging, and a way forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discovering: Leila Wandeler 🇨🇭🇸🇳 To celebrate Black History Month, West Ham United is exploring the players’ backgrounds, heritage and the unique experiences that shaped their journeys to East London. Leila reflects on her childhood in Dakar, playing football with the boys, and her growing curiosity about her culture and Black history. Join lifelong Hammer and award-winning podcaster Philippa Jennings as she sits down with Leila Wandeler for the second episode of 'Discovering' 🇨🇭🇸🇳 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discovering: Malick Diouf 🇸🇳 To celebrate Black History Month, West Ham United is exploring the backgrounds, heritage and unique experiences that have shaped the players' journeys to East London. In the episode, Malick shines a light on his story, culture, life and football career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of Ironcast, Scully and Ginge are joined by West Ham legend Winston Reid. We delve into his career highlights at West Ham: that famous goal against Millwall, training with manager Big Sam, and what it was like scoring the last goal at our beloved Upton Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's lively and nostalgic episode of Ironcast, West Ham legend Ian Bishop joins hosts Carlton Cole and Chris Scull for a deep-dive into life behind the scenes: from mischievous changing room antics, memories of 1990s football culture, and the lifelong passion that binds him to West Ham United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the latest epsiode of Ironcast, Chris Scull and Carlton Cole are joined by West Ham's own, and England international, Callum Wilson. Wilson opens up about his grassroots beginnings, the hard work that shaped his career, and what it was like to score his first goal for West Ham United. He also shares what it’s like to pull on the England shirt, the pride that comes with representing his country. We also investigate in the Court of Ironcast, whether Wilson is guilty of attempting to steal Jarrod Bowen's goal against Nottingham Forest. From childhood ambitions to the Premier League stage, this episode is packed with insight, humour, and the passion that drives one of English football’s top strikers. To buy or relist on the ticket exchange, go to https://www.eticketing.co.uk/whufc/EDP/Event/Index/1928?utm_source=whufc&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=palace_tickets_aug2025&utm_content=ticketinfopage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In the latest episode of Ironcast, Chris Scull and Carlton Cole are joined by rising Hammers star and proud Academy of Football graduate Ollie Scarles. Scarles reflects on a landmark moment in his burgeoning career, the unveiling of his plaque at Chadwell Heath, joining legendary names such as Mark Noble, Joe Cole, Anton Ferdinand and Frank Lampard. He takes us inside the dressing room of that unforgettable 5-1 thrashing of Arsenal in the FA Youth Cup, shares what it's like breaking into the first team and sets out his ambitions for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Great British Bake Off winner and lifelong West Ham fan Matty Edgell joins Chris and Ginge on Iron Cast. Matty explains how he fell in love with West Ham United, reveals his favourite moments following the club and offers behind-the-scenes insight into what really happens on Bake Off when the cameras aren’t rolling. To top it all off, Matty surprises Chris and Ginge with his ultimate show stopper - a stunning, Hammers-themed bake you have to see to believe! #westham #greatbritishbakeoff Chapters: Winning Great British Bake Off Supporting West Ham Favourite Game Favourite Player Trying Matty’s Brownies Behind The Scenes On Bake Off The Big Surprise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our latest instalment of Iron Cast is a very special one as host Chris Scull is joined by men’s goalkeeper Alphonse Areola and women’s striker, Vivienne Asseyi. The two have been good friends since their school days, having both attended the illustrious Clairefontaine academy in their native France. Alphonse and Vivi open up on a number of topics, from Fonz’ various haircuts and being the school bodyguard at Clairefontaine to Vivi’s nomination for Player of The Year at the 2025 Women’s Football Awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recently-retired Hammers academy graduate James Tomkins joins Chris Scull and Ginge to reflect on his journey from Chadwell Heath prospect to Premier League mainstay. He opens up about the heartbreak of leaving West Ham for Crystal Palace, sharing emotional memories from his time at the Boleyn Ground and recalling the hilarious pranks pulled on him by Mark Noble. Tonks also discusses playing under Big Sam Allardyce, his unforgettable moments alongside Dimitri Payet and why, aged 36, he has ultimately decided to hang up his boots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

West Ham fan and viral comedy sensation Jeff Innocent joins Chris Scull and guest host Carlton Cole for an Iron Cast episode packed with laughs and legendary stories. He discusses growing up in working-class East London in the 1970s, attending Upton Park and idolising Bobby Moore and the rest of the Hammers’ 1966 World Cup-winning contingent. Jeff hilariously recalls being mistaken for a Millwall fan, his unexpected run-in with the police when an Elvis impersonator visited his comedy club and the wild ride of becoming a TikTok sensation in recent years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick, a huge West Ham fan, joins Chris and Ginge for the latest episode of Iron Cast. Jamie shares an unbelievable story about meeting Lionel Messi, reveals his favourite West Ham moment and sheds light on just how much fellow soap star Danny Dyer loves the Hammers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this exclusive Iron Cast interview, Hammers Head Coach Graham Potter delivers a fascinating insight into his leadership style and vision for the club’s future. Potter shares his thoughts on tackling blame culture in football and discusses exciting young talents emerging from the academy. He also offers a glimpse into his personal side as he admits his guilty pleasures… namely, the music of Taylor Swift! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join West Ham legends Anton Ferdinand, Carlton Cole, Paul Konchesky and Jimmy Walker for a Christmas reunion like no other! Packed with laughter, games, challenges and memories, this special festive feature has it all: Anton receiving a hilarious gift featuring his goal against his brother Rio, a surprise call from another Hammers legend and Paul Konchesky finally settling the debate over his iconic FA Cup final goal – was it a shot or a cross? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iron Cast is BACK for Season 2, featuring Hammers hero Emerson Palmieri! Fresh from making his 100th Premier League appearance, left-back Emerson sits down with Chris and Ginge to discuss life at West Ham, his impressive commemorative tattoos and translating for Lucas Paquetá. Emi also opens up on his kids' love of the Hammers and his own passion for gaming! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is one year since we tasted European glory in Prague with victory in the UEFA Europa Conference League final. To mark the occasion, we’ve put together a special edition of Iron Cast, bringing you all the very best memories from that special day. Guest order: Jarrod Bowen Behzinga Tomáš Souček Antonio, Areola & Ogbonna David Croft Kevin Nolan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A special edition of Iron Cast, West Ham Icon James “Ginger Pele” Collins reacts to the best, worst and funniest comments received on social media over the last 12 months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to a special edition of Iron Cast in which hosts Chris Scull and ex-West Ham star James Collins dissect the season gone by. The pair discuss goal of the season, the biggest “What If?” and the best and worst moments from the 2023/24 campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A very special edition of Iron Cast comes live from the JD Sports store in Stratford, featuring Michail Antonio, Alphonse Areola and Angelo Ogbonna! Our Hammers Heroes participated in a thrilling Mystery Player Quiz, testing their knowledge of teammates past and present. Hammers fans in the audience also got the chance to put their own skills to the test with a West Ham Trivia Quiz - with one lucky winner receiving a very special prize! A live show is nothing without fan interaction and our players also fielded a Q&A with questions submitted by members of the audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iron Cast is back with a brand new exclusive interview featuring the Hammers’ European hero, Jarrod Bowen! Jarrod opens up on the first time he met Danny (and Dani) Dyer, the tearful story behind his England call-up and what went through his mind when he bagged the winning goal against Fiorentina in the UEFA Conference League Final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Into his fifth year as a Hammer, Tomáš Souček is this week’s guest on Iron Cast! Tomáš gives us an inside take on scoring last minute screamers, what happened during the Prague celebrations and what he’s been saying to Leverkusen’s Czech players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's guest is West Ham’s longest-serving current player - Aaron Cresswell. From near-relegation to European cup glory, Cressy reflects back on his near-decade at the club in a brutally honest interview. In amongst the highs and lows of being a Hammer, Cressy also tells some hilarious stories involving Big Sam, Craig Dawson and Danny Ings’ hair transplant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ex-Hammers, Liverpool and Scotland legend Don Hutchison is with us this week. Don tells some great stories about clashing with some of the game's biggest characters. Don also got stuck into this week's Mystery Player Quiz against Ginge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iron Cast is back with a special new feature - a game! Each week we will present a new gaming feature, but Ginge is first in the hot seat as he takes on the Mystery Player Quiz. Skip to the last 10 minutes and see if you can beat him. Elsewhere, Ginge discusses his upbringing in a rugby family, breaking through at Cardiff and shares hilarious stories of the old Bluebirds chairman, Sam Hamman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special edition of Iron Cast, Hammers fan Behzinga outlines his ultimate West Ham XI. From Boleyn cult heroes to modern-day greats, Romford-born Behzinga has seen scores of top players walk through the doors since he started supporting West Ham as a child. Expect some surprise inclusions as the Sidemen star reveals his dream line-up! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boyhood Hammers fan and former player Lee Bowyer discusses his biggest career regret alongside his two spells as a player with the club. He also reveals the trumpet-playing ex-Hammer who used to invite the whole squad to his pub gigs. Bowyer sets the record straight on his spat with Kieron Dyer and outlines his managerial ambitions. Now in charge of Montserrat, Bowyer has been tasked with taking the Caribbean minnows to their first-ever World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lifelong Hammers fan David 'Crofty' Croft is a familiar face amongst Formula One fans as the voice of Sky Sports' coverage. Crofty reveals all in this week’s Iron Cast, from the DMs a West Ham player sent him to the F1 team principals who don’t quite see eye-to-eye... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Behzinga (a.k.a Ethan Payne) from The Sidemen joins the pod this week in a celebrity Iron Cast exclusive! The social media megastar opens up on his favourite moments as a West Ham supporter, from cheering on his childhood favourites at the Boleyn Ground to announcing Lucas Paqueta’s signing on behalf of the club. He also shares his advice for aspiring young creators and gives us an inside look at the brand new Sidemen Netflix documentary which premiered on February 14. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Frédéric Kanouté is this week's guest on Iron Cast and it's an absolute classic. Freddie tells some brilliant stories about his time at West Ham, from Razor Ruddock in the changing rooms and the language struggles of East London to the ex-Hammers manager who was "too nice". Freddie also tells his side of the story after a controversial transfer which saw the Malian join London rivals Tottenham Hotspur. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To mark LGBT History Month, we are joined by former West Ham midfielder Thomas Hitzlsperger. To this day, Thomas remains the most high-profile footballer in history to come out as gay. Thomas discusses coming out, the progress LGBT issues have made in football and what more needs to be done. Thomas also reflects on his full football career, from the highs of winning the Bundesliga to the lows of experiencing relegation with West Ham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lukasz Fabianski is our guest this week on Iron Cast, opening up on his future at the club and how his heart will always be 'claret and blue'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New West Ham signing Kalvin Phillips gives his first interview as a Hammer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In one of our most powerful episodes yet, ex-West Ham winger Matty Etherington opens up on his battles with a gambling addiction. Matty also discusses having trials with Manchester United and the lingering heartbreak of defeat in the 2006 FA Cup Final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices