The Argyle Podcast

The one everyone wanted. The story of a promising footballer failing to live up to the hype is common. But what about the story of the best youngster the country has produced who was tipped to lead England to World Cup glory? Step forward Cherno Samba. A Championship Manager ‘must buy’ who was also the hottest property in the real world. Clubs were falling over each other to get the then 15-year old’s signature. However, like so many before him, it didn’t work out. Spells in Spain, Greece and Finland followed as well as a happier time at Home Park. This is the story of Cherno Samba. WARNING – some listeners may find some of the topics in this podcast upsetting. If you have been affected by anything raised in this podcast, then you can find out information on how to reach out to the club here. Alternatively you can contact Samaritans of Plymouth, East Cornwall and South Werst Devon by calling their free phone number 116123 or going to their website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A two-time title winner. Before arriving at Home Park in the winter of 2000, David Worrell’s young career already included a third placed finish at a World Championships and, more loosely, a Premier League title win. The first, he was full involved in, the second, not so much. However, by the age of 19, the Dublin born full-back had been an ever present as Ireland won the bronze medal at the 1997 World Youth Championships in Malaysia and was a regular in the reserves at Blackburn Rovers, the year they won the Premier League. Although he never played a first team game for Rovers, his wait for a title medal wouldn’t go on much longer. A brief meeting in Scotland with Paul Sturrock was all it took to convince the legendary Scottish manager to take him from Dundee United, to Plymouth Argyle. Five seasons, 160 appearances and two title wins later and David Worrell is rightfully near the top of the lists of the greatest full backs to play for Argyle. This is the story of David Worrell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Plymouth Rose. You can count on one hand the Plymothians who have played football for England. In fact, just two born in the city have gone on to represent their country at full international level; Trevor Francis and Jemma Rose. For Jemma, it was a pipe dream growing up in the 1990s. She played junior football in the city for Activate, coached by her dad, before getting recognised and brought into the Centre of Excellence. But with no pathway to become a professional in Devon, she had to move to Bristol. By the age of 20 she had already played in two FA Cup finals, been captain for England at every age level and almost made the Team GB squad for London 2012. Continuing to impress, Jemma moved to Arsenal, where she played every game in her first season and was involved in the 2015 FA Cup winning squad. An England cap wasn’t too far away and November 2015, she got her cap. It was a whirlwind rise and the journey ended up with a return to Argyle in 2021. This is the story of Jemma Rose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“He does it…Marino Keith!” From Peterhead to Plymouth, Marino Keith was a hero in Green and part of the crop of Argyle players who won two championships. Growing up in Aberdeenshire he made his professional bow later than most. After a strong performance in the Highland Leagues for Fraserburgh, he got his dream move to boyhood club Dundee United. After spells at Falkirk and Livingston, Marino ventured about as south as south goes and joined Argyle in the November of 2001. In his first season he helped Argyle clinch promotion from Division Three, scoring in the clincher at Rochdale. He was never prolific but was a scorer of important goals at important times. None more so than on a Tuesday night in December 2003, poking home the winner against Swindon Town – cue incredible scenes in the away end. Unfortunately, injury cut his career short but Marino, who had spent hours on the team coach studying computing, now is the managing director of Xeretec. This is the story of Marino Keith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From being a Championship Manager legend to playing in the Championship with Argyle. A lot was expected of Bojan Djordijc. He made was playing first team football in Sweden aged 15, Manchester United came calling at 16 and he was one of the hottest properties on the computer game, Championship manager at 17. However, his career pathway didn’t quite pan out as the video game had predicted. A combination of childhood trauma, a lax attitude to training and injuries meant that the star boy, who was supposed to conquer the world was left languishing in the South Western League with Argyle reserves. Despite those troubles he is fondly remembered at Home Park as a silky winger who scored important goals against Luton Town and Leeds United. Away from Argyle he won league and cup titles in Serbia and Sweden and is now pone of the top football pundits in his homeland. This is the story of Bojan Djordjic. *WARNING: This podcast contains very strong language that some may find offensive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Wylde thing.Argyle players from Kirkintilloch tend to do pretty well. Sammy Black is the club's record goal scorer and Gregg Wylde, whilst not quite hitting the same heights, played a big part in Argyle's rejuvenation.A Rangers fan, who played in Celtic's Academy, Gregg moved back across Glasgow and started his professional career at Ibrox. Under the watchful eye of Walter Smith and Ally McCoist, Gregg starred as a youngster at the club and if it wasn't for administration, would have stayed there for much longer. Derek Adams brought the winger to Home Park where he played a huge part in the play-off final campaign. Although that ultimately ended in defeat, some of Gregg's goals are still talked about now.This is the story of Gregg Wylde. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The magic of the cup. 40 years ago, third division Plymouth Argyle reached the semi-finals of the FA Cup, an achievement still talked about today. Memories from that magical run ‘The Road to Villa Park’ are often spoken about by supporters who were there, the stories are part of Argyle folklore. 40 years on, the club in connection with Forever Green, are holding an event to celebrate the characters involved in one of the most famous chapters in Argyle’s history. Nine members of the squad, the manager, journalists and directors of the time are coming together to celebrate the run and supporters can have the chance to go to. To whet the appetite, here is a little snippet of some of the memories from the people who were there. This is the story of the Road to Villa Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe’s journey. Joe Mason grew up an Argyle supporter, had two older brothers in the Academy and dreamed of emulating his hero, Michael Evans. This week’s episode of the Argyle Podcast is part of the EFL’s Youth Development Week and shows off one of ‘our own’ who has gone on to make a success in the game after progressing through Argyle’s youth set-up. Not only did Joe manage to break through after a successful youth career, which involved locking horns with England Internationals Daniel Sturridge and Kieran Trippier in the FA Youth Cup, he got to play and score at Home Park. Under the stewardship of Argyle icon, Paul Mariner, Joe broke into the first team in the Championship, before showing his ability in League One. It was during that second season he attracted interest from a host of clubs and Cardiff City because his home the following year. There he would become an instant hero, giving Cardiff City the lead in the 2012 League Cup final against Liverpool and being part of the squad to win promotion to the Premier League for the first time in their history. Joe has since played in America and Canada but has always had Argyle close to his heart. This is the story of Joe Mason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The cream of Cornwall. There aren’t many footballers from Cornwall who have gone on to grace the world stage, but Chris Morris certainly is one of them. Having failed to make the grade at both Argyle and Exeter City, Newquay-born Morris had to make the decision to move to Sheffield to pursue his footballing dream. After impressing the great Jack Charlton, enough, he signed as a teenager at Sheffield Wednesday, helping them to promotion in just his second season. A move to Scotland and Celtic was to follow where he became an instant hero, playing every game as Celtic won the league and cup double in their centenary season. Former boss, Charlton, was so impressed with Morris’ performances north of the border that he brought him into the Ireland squad that defied the odds to reach not only the European Championships in 1988, but the quarter finals two years later at the World Cup in Italy in 1990. A stint in the Premier League was cut short and after a return home to the family pasty making business, Chris Morris became a coach developer and finally landed his job at Argyle, where he currently works in the Academy. The is the pretty incredible story of Chris Morris. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Feeney Footballing Family. Warren Feeney is one of four generations of professional footballers from his family. His grandad played for Swansea City and Ipswich Town in the 1940s and 50s, his dad was a prolific scorer for Glentoran, and his son has just started out being coached by Warren himself. Growing up in Belfast all Warren knew was football. He moved to Leeds United as a teenager and struck up a strong friendship with Premier League legends Robbie Fowler and Harry Kewell. Moved to Bournemouth and Stockport County kickstarted his career which saw him play in the Football League for over a decade. As well as domestic honours he was also capped by his national team 46 times, playing in famous wins over England and Spain at Windsor Park. Not content with playing, Warren has also paved himself a successful career as a coach in Northern Ireland, Wales, England and Bulgaria. There are plenty of tales in this one. This is the story of Warren Feeney. *WARNING: This podcast contains very strong language that some may find offensive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“Campione, Campione, ole, ole, ole…” It was a weekend to remember for the Argyle under-18 side. Coming from 4-1 down to pip rivals Swindon Town to the title, the first for nine years. This week’s episode will focus on some of the people involved in clinching the South West EFL Youth Alliance League. Coaches, Jamie Lowry and James Bradley are joined by captain Lewis Colwell, title clincher, Caleb Roberts and influential forward, Josh Bernard in remembering the day. Academy Manager, Phil Stokes, also joins the pod to talk through the achievement as well as some of the other successes across the age groups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"...but now he's alright."It's fair to say that Scott Wootton and an interesting relationship with the Argyle fans. He spent two and a half years at Home Park, got relegated, but also won promotion. That promotion season, in 2019/20, was a redemption season and once that won back many harsh critics from the year pervious.Before arriving at Argyle, Scotty had a CV to rival many in the game. He learnt his trade at Melwood under the stewardship of Steve Highway - a Liverpool legend. Then at the age of 16 moved to Manchester United. A loan spell at Nottingham Forest and a £1m move to Leeds United completed a quad of English champions, all by the age of 22.Now out in New Zealand, he took time out of his evening to chat to the Argyle Podcast. This is the story of Scott Wootton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Put your left foot forward...Garry Nelson did more than that; he jumped in, full heartedly to a career which saw him loved by fans of every club he played for.Playing local football in Essex, he was overlooked by professional outfits and was about to head off to university until a certain Scottish manager called Smith, picked him up and signed him for Southend United.A successful spell at his hometown club was followed by a move to the west country when David Smith, the same Smith from above, took the talented forward to Home Park.A promotion followed, then several more with Brighton and Hove Albion and Charlton Athletic, before he hung up his boots back in Devon again, with Torquay United.Not content with the joys of football, Nelse also became an award winning author, documenting his time playing later in his career.This is the story of Garry Nelson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The long-haired left-back from Liverpool. Or at least that was where he was born. Jon Beswetherick lived out many kids dream and pulled on the shirt of the club he grew up supporting – the green short of Argyle. Converted from a 43 goal a season striker in local junior football, to a marauding left-back, Bezzie established himself as a regular at Home Park during the late 1990s. He was part of the Division Three championship winning season in 2001/02 and was somewhat of a cult figure at the club for his long hair, mazy runs and wicked left foot. He swapped Devon for Yorkshire in the summer after promotion was achieved but didn’t have the same success at Sheffield Wednesday and eventually lost his love for the game. This is the story of Jon Beswetherick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Argyle Fives on FA Cup ties.With the Greens looking to progress to the fifth round of the Emirates FA Cup for the first time since 2007, the Argyle Five gang thought it would be a good idea to chat through some of the best from the club’s history.In the third of the Argyle Fives series, Charlie Price, Kevin Nancekivell and Rob McNichol dives into the club's history to narrow the list down to just five.From the very first tie bac in 1904, through to one of our greatest ever moments at Villa Park 80 years later. There have been some iconic matches and days that will last long in the memory of supporters, players and staff.Argyle Fives is also available to watch on Argyle TV - enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football, ice-cream, music. Rory Fallon had three passions growing up and carved out a career in two of them. Having grown up in a footballing family and with one of the top coaches in New Zealand as his dad, it was little surprise that a young Rory wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps. He swapped the sun and surf of New Zealand for the cut and thrust of Barnsley and began learning his trade. A three-year spell in Yorkshire was followed by time in Wiltshire and South Wales before he finally settled on Plymouth. Never the most prolific, Rory was a team player who scored some sensational goals, none more so than a bullet header which took his country to only their second FIFA World Cup. Once his playing career was done, he turned his attentions to making ice-cream but, as yet, hasn’t ventured into the music business. There is still time. This is the story of Rory Fallon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every 'yard' dog has its day.From Hartlepool to India, via Argyle. Peter Hartley never hit the heights of the Premier League like some of his youth teammates at Sunderland, however, he is etched into three clubs’ history books forever.At his boyhood club, he was part of a double act, with James Poole, to thrill the football; world with a Hartley-Poole double for the Pools. Then three years later he popped up at the back post to score one of Argyle's most memorable goals to send the Greens to Wembley.Then, with his career coming to a close, Pete took the leap of faith to travel to India to play the sport he loved and won the title, as captain for Jamshedpur. If you were to talk to a fan of any of those clubs and mention the name 'Hartley' you will get a positive reaction.This is the story of Peter Hartley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Sutton United's Tim Vine.As we approach the Emirates FA Cup third round tie against Sutton United, Rob McNichol chats to their most well-known supporter, Tim Vine.Tim, who is touring in Devon in March, has been a passionate supporter of The Us for many years and only remembers their giant killing back in 1989, when as a non-league side, they knocked out Coventry City.This episode of the podcast his full of fun, song and general fan build-up to Argyle's first ever meeting with Sutton.Here is Tim Vine, on the Argyle Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An FA Cup winner who was on the end of the biggest of cup shocks. David Phillips’ childhood was filled with travel, trauma and talent. He was born in Germany to a military family, before moving to Wales, Netherlands and Cornwall where he excelled at all sports. A talented rugby and cricket player who eventually was persuaded to play football at Home Park, just days after losing his mother. Phillips was fondly remembered by the Green Army as a scorer of great goals and being part of the FA Cup semi-final side. His association with the FA Cup would continue throughout his career, winning it with Coventry City in 1987 and being dumped out by non-league Sutton United two seasons later. A player who played at the top and has a career to envy – this is the story of David Phillips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A year of Evergreen.A year ago, you were asked to 'be the difference' and it is fair to say, you have stepped up to the mark.6,000 members have already signed up in the first 12 months and the membership fees have already helped, hugely across the football club.In this week's episode of the podcast, Tim Herbert and Samantha Bonney from the Evergreen team, were joined by the newly appointed Evergreen custodian - former BBC Senior Football Correspondent, Mike Ingham - to discuss the first year, the successes from it and what is still to come.There is also a question and answer session with captain, Joe Edwards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How does a lad from Staffordshire end up an Argyle fan? Well, a series of curious events including a panini sticker book, a drab draw between Stoke City and Brighton and Hove Albion and the colour Green led BBC Radio Devon Commentator to fall in love with Argyle. Despite not being able to get to games as much as he would have liked, Drew's affection for all things Argyle only grew stronger. When his career in broadcasting led him to the stage that football reporting was a viable option, the thought of being able to commentate on his team dropped into his head. Just like his hero, Gordon Sparks, Drew fulfilled that dream and despite some cold nights in Manchester, being haunted by Captain Pugwash and the debacle at Accrington, the highs outlay the bad and he is living the dream. This is the story of Drew Savage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The French Green.There is a long list of French footballers who have gone on to become heroes at Plymouth Argyle and Maxime Blanchard is no exception.A classy man on and off the pitch, his relationship with the fans in such a turbulent time for the football club was a beautiful one to witness.The cliche goes that that the French are romantic, well Maxi and Argyle is a proper love story.He arrived in the club in 2011, having played in his native France and for Tranmere Rovers in his early career. He played in both games the saw Argyle retain their Football League status and scored one of the best goals a defender has ever scored at Home Park.This is the 'love' story of Maxime Blanchard. *WARNING: This podcast contains very strong language that some may find offensive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Argyle Fives on Argyle captain.From Howard C. Grose in 1886 through to Joe Edwards in 2023, the job of the Argyle captain has always been a prestigious one.In the second of the Argyle Fives series, Charlie Price, Kevin Nancekivell and Rob McNichol dives into the club's history to narrow the list down to just five.There is a lot to debate with promotion winners, heroic figures, local lads and inspirational players all worthy of a mention. Five captains have been chosen, no doubt you will have a list of your own though.Argyle Fives is also available to watch on Argyle TV - enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One Argyle!It has been a busy couple of weeks for everyone involved with Argyle Women. A good couple of wins in the league was followed by the very welcome news that the ownership would be taken on by Plymouth Argyle.But what does this mean? Well manager Ryan Perks, captain, Panagiota Papaioannou and club legend, Katie Middleton discuss the plan ahead and what this could do for the women's game in the city.The pod also previews Sunday's game at Home Park against Ilminster Town Ladies in the first round of the Vitality Women's FA Cup. Tickets for that game can be purchased here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A journey from Bethel to Barcelona.Nigel Martyn is widely regarded as one of the best English goalkeepers of his generation; indeed he was the first goalie to cost a team £1m. However, his journey into the sport was anything but straight forward.A failed trial at Argyle was followed by non-league football in Cornwall. A break at Bristol Rovers got him started and allowed him to go on and playing in FA Cup Finals, the Premier League, the Champions League and at World Cups.'Big Nige' was on pitch when David Beckham scored THAT free-kick against Greece, he put in one of the best displays in a UEFA Cup game away to Roma and played at the Camp Nou against the mighty Barcelona. His one regret though, never setting foot on Home Park.This is the story of Nigel Martyn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lion who never roared.The story of Jack Leslie is, now, a fairly well known one among Argyle fans. However, the intricate details of his life; his childhood, his family, his friends are not. Matt Tiller is a broadcaster, journalist, historian and Argyle supporter. He co-founded the Jack Leslie campaign and now is one of the most knowledgeable about one of Argyle’s former heroes.With untold stories and unseen pictures, Matt's in-depth biography allows us to understand more behind the man, who never played for England.This is the story of Jack Leslie, told by Matt Tiller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Super Stevie Castle."The London lad who made it big in Devon. Steve Castle arrived at Home Park, with a reputation of being an all action midfielder and with the ability to score goals; he didn't disappoint.Despite injury in th pre-season of his first season, he went on to score 39 goals in 120 matches, including 22 in the failed promotion push in 1994.He wasn't at Argyle for long, but anyone who watched him play will tell you, he was one heck of a player.This is the story of Steve Castle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A tough Guy with family at his heart.Guy Branston played for 19 clubs in a 20 year career. He had a reputation as a tough tackling no-nonsense defender, but in reality he was so much more.Having proved his worth in the local leagues in Leicester, playing mens football at the age of 14, he was picked up by his boyhood club as a teenager. A physical presence, who wasn't afraid to get 'stuck in' he found the Premier League a step beyond him.Loaned out, Guy found his home at a number of different clubs and wherever he went, he proved a success. Promoted five times and having played across four different levels in the English game, he fell back in love with the game in Devon and remembers his to spells at Home Park as some of his favourites.This is the story of Guy Branston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So much promise with such bad luck.During Argyle's darkest time off the pitch, a ray of hope sprung from the Academy. A forward, who was bagging goals for fun for the youth team was gaining a reputation amongst the fanbase.Matt Lecointe broke into the first team aged just 16, started putting in a host of strong performances and scored in his one and only appearance for England under-18s. However, he never managed to fulfil his potential and his career ended in a heartbreaking way.A knee injury with compleications ended a promising career in the game for Matt and sent him spiralling into a dark place for a few years. Now, he is back out the other side and is enjoying life again, with his young family.This is the story of Matt Lecointe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Black History Month.October is all about raising the awareness and celebrating the lives of black players and fans at Argyle. From the story of Jack Leslie and and his omission from the England team to current players like Brendan Galloway, adjusting to life in a new country as a child, following his families move from Zimbabwe - real life stories everywhere.This episode of the podcast includes a chat with Brendan, on his inspirations and heroes throughout his life. Chair of Kick it Out, Sanjay Bhandari, also joins the pod to talk about the work the charity has been doing over the last 30 years and the challenges that still need to be overcome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Introducing Argyle Fives.A brand new feature where Charlie Price, Rob McNichol and Kevin Nancekivell discuss and rank the top fives of certain chosen subjects. This time around it's Babcock Devonport End goals.There has been so many excellent and important goals scored at the Devonport End - from the likes of promotion clinchers from Tommy Tynan's and David Friio to long range belters from Jamie Mackie and Bali Mumba, trying to narrow it down to five will be difficult.There is some fierce debate, some laughs and a lot of disagreement but five goals have been chosen, no doubt you will have a list of your own though.Argyle Fives is also available to watch on Argyle TV - enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ten new faces through the door and a brand new league to recruit for.Argyle's recruitment team have completed their work for the summer transfer window. They along with the management staff have added six permanent signings along with four arrivals on loan to complete the Argyle squad for the upcoming Sky Bet Championship season.But what was the summer like in the hub of a transfer window? Well, Head of Recruitment Jimmy Dickinson and Head of Football Data, Ross Goodwin, talk to the podcast about what exactly goes into making a deal happen, from their perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"The ultimate job of a coach is to become redundant."Aaron Cusack is a voice and a face many Argyle fans will know through his work for Argyle TV. However, his association with the football club goes back way before the microphone.As a football mad child, living in Plymouth, Aaron dreamt of being a footballer. He almost achieved that dream, getting a Youth training Scheme at the club before ultimately being let go at 18.He didn't let that disappointment end his association with the game though and quickly made his journey into coaching. He spent 13 years at the Argyle Academy and has been instrumental in the development of players such as Adam Randell and Mike Cooper.This is the story of Aaron Cusack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Player, coach, manager, scout and pundit.Chris Hargreaves arrived at Home Park in 1998 and the Green Army were treated to a couple of solid years of his luscious flowing locks.Born in Cleethorpes, he made his name as an exciting centre-forward for his home town club, Grimsby Town.Being a local hero, in a successful team was becoming a distraction, so a move to Hull and a conversion to a midfielder set Chris up for the rest of his career.Remembered at Argyle for a thunderbolt against Reading in the FA Cup and for his energetic performances in midfield, Chris went on to win a couple of promotions in the latter stages of his career before becoming a successful coach and manager.He can now been seen in commentary boxes and television screens, across the country as he adds even more strings to a pretty full bow.This is the story of Chris Hargreaves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Local lad, son of a legend, but a top player in his own right.Luke Summerfield grew up with knowledge that his dad, Kevin, was a hero to many at Home Park. So, from joining the Centre of Excellence at the age of 10, through to making his debut at 17, he had to work doubly hard to forge his own pathway.In the latest episode of the Argyle Podcast, Luke talks though his breakthrough into Championship football, a weeks training with Chelsea and battling illness to return to the game he loves.This is the story of Luke Summerfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The reluctant football owner.In Argyle's darkest days, with the club teetering on the edge of liquidation, step forward James Brent.In October 2011, James stepped in to help save the club from oblivion and began the process of turning Argyle's fortunes around. In the eight years he was at the top, he saw the club promoted, take on Liverpool in the Emirates FA Cup and become financially stable.James left the place in a better place than he found it and now watches on, as a fan, enjoying the progress we have seen in the four years since he ended his association.In the latest episode of the Argyle Podcast, we sat down with former Argyle chairman, James Brent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An Argyle fan, who helped relegate the club.There wont be many with a story like Ryan Dickson, born in Saltash and an Argyle fan pretty much his entire life, Ryan grew up wanting to be like his heroes; Martin Phillips, Paul Wotton and Michael Evans.At 17 he got that chance, thrown in against Wigan Athletic, the runaway leaders in the Championship. Despite some impressive performances, injuries hampered his development and eventually a move to Brentford resurrected his career.A bit of a cult figure at Griffin Park, Dickson was destined for bigger things. Fulham and Southampton came calling and it was the pull of the south coast that tempted him. Training with the likes of Adam Lallana, Rickie Lambert and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, he pushed on again. Then, at the end of the 2010/11 season, he helped relegate Argyle at Home Park.This is the story of Ryan Dickson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are just a few days out from the start of the Sky Bet Championship season. Argyle are back in the second tier for the first time since 2010 and are looking forward to hosting Huddersfield Town at Home Park.Excitement is building around the club and the city and everyone at Argyle wants everything to be right for when Saturday comes. An awful lot of work goes into a match day at Home Park, even more so for an opening match day, but just how much?In this week's episode, the podcast goes behind the scenes, into the offices at the Theatre of Greens, to see just what everyone does to create the perfect day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There's only one Mark Hughes. Well, that is not strictly true, but there is only one who had the career that our Hughesy has had. The Argyle assistant manager came through the ranks at his beloved Everton, but in this enlightening interview he tells us what led to him making the decision to leave the Toffees, aged just 20, and forge a career elsewhere. That career led him to nearly 600 professional appearances, including a stint Down Under, several captaincies, title victories and more. More notably, Mark has been associated with Steven Schumacher at four clubs: as youngsters at Everton, team-mates at Bury and Stevenage, and now as a management duo at Argyle. This is Mark's story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In November 2022, an incident in Bath shocked the football world. Former Argyle youngster Alex Fletcher was the name on everyone’s lips, he ass front page news. A horrifying collision with ad advertising board had left the striker fighting not only for his footballing career, but also his life. Thankfully, there is a happy ending and Fletch is now looking to get back into the game he loves. His time in the Argyle first team was brief, but included some memorable moments, including a brace against a young Chelsea side which featured Reece James and Callum Hudson-Odoi. This is the story of Alex Fletcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When Sean McCarthy joined Plymouth Argyle in 1988, few people would have thought he would go on to play and star in the Premier League, but Sean did.From humble beginnings in South Wales, he battled his way though non-league before getting his chance at his boyhood club, Swansea City.Financial troubles blighted his time at the Swans before Argyle acted as a magnificent springboard for the big forward. Forever remembered for scoring that goal against Everton in the FA Cup and a hat trick in a 3-0 win West Bromwich Albion.A successful spell at Bradford City led to Premier League side Oldham Athletic getting his signature and although the Latics ended up getting relegated, Sean as fond memories of the top flight.This is the story of Sean McCarthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's fair to say that Lee Makel's time at Argyle didn't go as he or the club would have planned.He made a promising start to life as a professional, making his debut for Newcastle United aged 17, before moving to Blackburn Rovers in the Premier League.A highly successful few years in Scotland led to Argyle boss Bobby Williamson bringing Lee and a number of other players from north of the border, to Home Park.A combination of injury and personal reasons meant that Lee's stay at Home Park was brief. Undeterred he went back to Scotland and even had a stint in Sweden as the player manager of Ostersunds.This is the story of Lee Makel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Not many players who have pulled on the green of Argyle have then gone onto win the Premier League and play in Europe.Nicky Marker however, is able to make that claim. After swapping Exeter for Plymouth he excelled at Home Park and quickly became a fans' favourite. Playing either at the heart of defence or in midfield, his presence was crucial in Argyle's five-year stay in the second tier.In 1992, just a few weeks after Blackburn Rovers clinched promotion to the Premier League at Home Park, Marker made the move to Lancashire to play for Rovers.A Premier League-winning campaign and a Champions League appearance would follow before injuries began to take their toll. A fond member of the Argyle side in the 80s this is the career of Nicky Marker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When Carl Fletcher joined Argyle, the Greens were in their fifth season in the Championship. Two seasons later he had just been dismissed as manager.His journey started as a 17 year old at Bournemouth and led him to the heights of an FA Cup final. Spells as captain of Wales, years in the Premier League and even under the stewardship of Edgar Davids followed, but it was his spell at Home Park that shaped him.This is the story of Carl Fletcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Captain, leader, legend.Paul Wotton and Plymouth Argyle go together like scones and clotted cream, Wottsy is Argyle.He made his debut aged 17 under Steve McCall and by the time he retired at 36, had notched up 491 appearances for his hometown club.Many highs, a few lows and several bulletlike free-kicks.This is the story of Paul Wotton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

26 seasons on the beat and not done yet.Chris Errington has been supporters go to for everything Plymouth Argyle for over a quarter of a decade.In that time, he has seen 13 full-time managers, 5 promotions, 4 relegations and even Paul Sturrock in a jacuzzi.From reporting from a crane to having late night drinks with the manager, Chris has seen pretty much everything in his time covering the Greens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hardie's on fire.Having grown up a Rangers fans, Ryan Hardie lived out his childhood dream of playing for his boyhood club.From making his debut under club legend Ally McCoist to scoring his first goals on his first start -- it was a fairytale.However, it became clear he needed a move and it would take travelling the length of the country to find his new home. 163 games and 49 goals later, Ryan has just put pen to paper on a three-year deal at Argyle - keen to continue his journey with his new favourite team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Britpop Footballer.Paul McGregor lived the life many of us have dreamed of - twice over. He broke into a Nottingham Forest side under the great Brian Clough and scored goals in the UEFA Cup and Premier League.Not content with footballer life, Paul also was a hit on the music scene. On the back pages for football, in the magazines for music.His goalscoring talents were seen, and loved, by Argyle fans at the turn of the century. He spent just the two seasons at Argyle but made an impact winning the golden boot and Player of the Year trophies in his first season.Listen to this honest, open and incredibly entertaining chat, with Paul McGregor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Argyle have reached the promised land."Clive Tyldesely is a broadcaster who has seen it all. He has called some of the biggest games and been part of some of the sport's most high profile moments. Despite over 30 years in the commentary box, he has only been to Home Park once.It was a job he was born to do, would do anything to be successful at and no doubt, it has paid off. Listen to the man himself go back through his career. He talks about his best moments, worst moments, big breaks and that night in Barcelona.As well as his commentary, Clive has also been successful in business and his commentary charts are becoming increasingly popular. And guess what, he has done one for our Sky Bet League One title winning season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Season review.Director of Football Neil Dewsnip, looks back at the past 10 months and highlights the keys to Argyle's success.Over 100 points, 31 league wins, just eight points dropped at home and constantly defying the odds, the 2022/23 Sky Bet League One season will live long in the memory.Neil discusses pre-season planning, secrets to success and a frank chat with the players around playing time. The achievement was no fluke.Ryan Perks, Argyle Women's manager, also speaks about how they fared this season and why next year could be a good one for the Greens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices