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Campbell's Footballs

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A quirky football show in which I, Dr. Grant Campbell, talk to people from the world of football and entertainment about their time in the game and ask them to share stories. This podcast will host plenty of wild football predictions as well as interesting stories from a diverse range of guests within football such as grassroots, media and journalism, ex-professionals and football fans. Contributions, shout outs and conversations encouraged! "The Only Podcast where bad predictions are cancelled out by good craic"! In Association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music
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Episodes

Kyle McCulloch

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, youth football coach Kyle McCulloch joins me to discuss his time in football. We discuss Kyle's journey growing up playing for Bonnyrigg Rose, his role as Head Coach at Grow Football, working at the Celtic FC academy and much more. There is also an interesting connection with Si Ferry in this episode. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Sep 23, 20201 hr 12 minSeason 2Ep. 22

Craig Joyce

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Glasgow Girls and Women FC manager Craig Joyce joins me on the show to talk about his time in football. We talk about crazy street football, times at Motherwell and nightmare injuries before moving onto talking about Craig's time in coaching and management. The Glasgow City FC ladies story is predominantly featured before we chat about Craig's time at Glasgow Girls and discuss his own podcast: 6,8 or 10 where he has chatted to people such as Shelley Kerr ...

Sep 21, 20201 hr 16 minSeason 2Ep. 21

Campbell's Footballs - Coaching Special with Daniel McKendrick, Aaron Scully, Adam McWilliam and Cameron Campbell (CDAAC)

In this extra long special of the podcast, I am joined by four excellent gents to chat about football, coaching and their own journeys so far. They are: Aberdeen University Junior Football Team manager Daniel McKendrick, Football Development Officer at Aberdeen FC Community Trust Aaron Scully U18's coach at Rangers FC, previously at FC Nordsjaelland and Aberdeen FC Cameron Campbell School Partnership Officer for Manchester United FC and Bury AFC player Adam McWilliam. On the podcast, we talk abo...

Sep 18, 20201 hr 56 minSeason 2Ep. 20

Campbell's Footballs vs Two Blokes and a Mike Podcast

In this episode I am joined by the North East trio of Mass, Dunk & Mike speaking all things football who make up the superb Two Blokes and a Mike podcast. Tune into an interesting discussion about Highland League football, following Gazzetta Football Italia, their podcast journey so far ad much more! In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Sep 16, 20201 hrSeason 2Ep. 19

Campbell's Footballs vs Beyond Canal Park Podcast

In this episode of Campbells Footballs, I am joined by the host of Beyond Canal Park Podcast James McLeay to discuss his time in football so far. With stories featuring Deveronvale, Deveronside JFC, goalkeeping and physio moments, this is one you simply cannot miss. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Sep 14, 20201 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Russell McBride

Announcing one of my most eagerly-anticipated shows of the series so far! Fraserburgh legend Russell McBride joins me for an extra long special of Campbells Footballs to talk about his time in football. Some highlights to look out for: - early memories featuring Willie Miller, Teddy Scott and Jim Duffy - battles with Doug Rougvie, Martin Stewart and other Highland League maestros. - Fraserbugh memories featuring Kris Hunter, Ryan Christie and others. - Ellon United memories, helping his old team...

Sep 13, 20201 hr 41 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Lewis Williams

The Championship is back this weekend and for this episode I am joined by a young gentleman who supports a club that is proving people wrong in England's second tier. Lewis Williams, a Luton Town fan, teams up with me to discuss his time in football so far. We start off by chatting about being influenced by Wayne Rooney, being a videographer at Non-League side AFC Fylde and Lewis' Youtube channel which is focussed on all things Hatters. We talk about that sensational escape from the Championship...

Sep 11, 202050 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Matt Davies Adams

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I am joined by Matt Davies Adams. Matt has had an interesting career in the media and journalism and on this show we explore Matt's journey in football so far. I talk to Matt about what life is like as a Nottingham Forest fan, working at Chelsea TV, his involvement with Totally Football Show and more. Well worth a listen. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Sep 07, 202050 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Campbell's Footballs Vs Talking Baws Lower League Podcast

A dual podcast special for you all as Dylan Macdonald and Ross Gray of the talkingLowerLeague podcast, part of the TalkingBaws network, join me on the show to talk about their journey in football so far. The show is split into four parts: Part 1: The guys own journeys so far, inspirations and idols, following Clyde Part 2: Talkingbaws and talkingLowerLeague podcast chat - journey to date and aspirations for the future. Listeners questions. Part 3: BetFred Cup discussion and Group predictions/ana...

Sep 04, 20201 hr 37 minSeason 2Ep. 14

James Mervyn

In this episode of the show I am joined by James Mervyn, a Spurs and Celtic fan. On the show we discuss James' influence from his grandfather and by players such as Henrik Larsson and Harry Kane. We chat about best moments, players and managers following both of these sides and I ask James to pick his Best combined Spurs/Celtic XI. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Aug 30, 202045 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Tony Cottee

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, Premier League legend Tony Cottee joins me on the show to talk about his time in football. We discuss starting out at West Ham and being influenced by some of the Hammers' key characters from way back when. We then go onto discuss Tony's start to his career, particularly forming a lethal partnership with Frank McAvennie. Tony then moves onto Everton in his journey and I ask him what was it like to play at Goodison Park with legends such as Graeme Sharp an...

Aug 28, 20201 hrSeason 2Ep. 12

Gregor Dryden

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I am joined by current Bo'Ness United Juniors defender Gregor Dryden. Gregor talks to me about being inspired by Zinedine Zidane as well as his early days following Stirling Albion. Gregor goes on to talk about his time at Stenhousemuir and East Stirlngshire and also his spell at a range of Junior clubs. We then end by talking about Gregor's time at Bo'Ness and how I first stumbled across him when Ellon United played them in a Scottish Junior Cup tie back...

Aug 26, 202050 minSeason 2Ep. 11

David Weatherston

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, former Queens Park and Queen of the South winger David Weatherston joins me on the show to talk about his time in football. We start off by discussing David's inspiration Eoin Jess before talking about playing for both of Scotland's "Queens" clubs. David chats to me about working with an array of different managers such as Billy Stark and Derek McInnes before talking about his memories at Falkirk and Stirling Albion. The final part of the show sees me cha...

Aug 24, 20201 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Ben McNicol

In this Sunday Supplement of Campbell's Footballs, Hamilton Accies fan Ben McNicol joins me on the show to talk about his time following Hamilton. We discuss best games, best players and best moments following Academical and then Ben chooses his best Accies XI in my Best XIs feature. We also chat about Ben's journey into the world of journalism so far and his aspirations for the future. In association with Toby Johnson and Rory Hope Music.

Aug 23, 202053 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Jordan Elgott

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I chat to BBC Sport journalist Jordan Elgott. Jordan is starting out in the world of the media and in the podcast Jordan talks to me about his journey so far in sport. He talks vividly about his involvement compiling highlights for the Test Match Special team as well as other roles and jobs he has done at the BBC, giving good advice on how to get involved. Jordan goes on to talk about his time at BBC Scotland where he has had some fantastic involvement wi...

Aug 21, 202052 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Greig Paterson

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, I am joined by the Coaching Education and Development Manager at the Scottish Football Assosciation, Greig Paterson. I chat to Greig about his love for football and coaching, have a in depth chat about the coaching set up in Scotland and how he sees it evolving in the future from world class to world leading. An interesting discussion especially for those who fancy a stint in management and coaching at all levels.

Aug 19, 202045 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Greg Tansey

A brand new week here on Campbell's Footballs! We start off this week with 2015 Scottish Cup winner Greg Tansey on the show. Greg talks to me about his love for Everton Football Club and being inspired by Duncan Ferguson. We then go onto chat about starting off at Stockport County before moving to the Highlands to play for Inverness CT the first time around under Terry Butcher. After a spell at Stevenage, Greg then talks to me about moving back to Caley Thistle and his range of emotions playing ...

Aug 17, 20201 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 6

John Bleasdale

In this episode of Campbell's Footballs, it's back to another fan special in my Sunday Supplement and my next guest is Aberdeen fan John Bleasdale. As well as a Dons fan, John is also a presenter on the Scottish Football Forums podcast (SFF Podcast on Twitter and other platforms). On the show we talk about John's best moments following the Dons, his opinions on life as a Dons fan, Kingsford and more. I ask John to pick his all time Aberdeen best XI as well. We finish up by discussing the SFF pod...

Aug 16, 20201 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Eilidh Barbour

The final instalment of my "Women in Football and Broadcasting" week on Campbell's Footballs comes to you with Sky Sports Scottish Football presenter Eilidh Barbour. On the show I chat to Eilidh about her inspiration Hazel Irvine. We then move on to talk about her love for St Johnstone and reminisce about her best moments following the club including that 2014 Scottish Cup run. Eilidh spent some time during her journey in Korea so I wanted to find out a little bit more about that too. There is s...

Aug 14, 202058 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Connie McLaughlin

The second episode of my Women in Broadcasting segment on Campbell's Footballs is with Connie McLaughlin. Connie's journey is a really interesting one and she starts off by talking a lot about her love affair with Gazzetta Football Italia and James Richardson. We then move on to talk about her time at Radio Clyde including a fascinating exchange with Hugh Keevins. She talks about her interactions with Peter Martin and Mark Pougatch before also talking about her times with Inner Buzz and involvem...

Aug 12, 20201 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Jane Lewis

Welcome to a brand new week on Campbell's Footballs where this week we focus on "Women In Broadcasting". For this episode I am joined by BBC Radio Scotland's Jane Lewis to discuss her time in football so far. We start off by learning more about Jane's influences such as Hazel Irvine, Helen Rollason and Sally McNair. We discuss Jane's rise from hospital radio to following Juninho and Fabrizio Ravanelli at Middlesbrough. We then move on to talking about Jane's time at Olympic and Commonwealth Game...

Aug 10, 202050 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Paul Carrack

Campbell's Footballs is back for some brand new content after a break. In my first episode back I am joined by a music sensation. Paul Carrack's career has been connected to some of the UK's top bands such as Ace, Squeeze, Mike and the Mechanics and Roxy Music. On the show Paul talks about his time with those bands as well as his move into a solo career. Paul also talks to me about his love for Sheffield Wednesday, his connections with Trevor Francis, Benito Carbone and much more! There is also ...

Aug 09, 20201 hrSeason 2Ep. 1

Jim Magilton

The final leg of the Irish League Marathon concludes with this absolute belter from a legend of the Premier League and Northern Ireland. Former Liverpool, Southampton, Oxford United, Sheffield Wednesday and Ipswich Town midfielder Jim Magilton joins me on Campbell's Footballs to discuss his time in football. We open our chat by hearing about Jim's influences particularly George Best and Norman Whiteside. We then hear about Jim's playing days starting out at Liverpool - meeting another one of his...

Jul 31, 20201 hr 24 minSeason 1Ep. 114

Nicola McCarthy

BBC Northern Ireland presenter Nicola McCarthy joins me for this penultimate episode in the Campbell' s Footballs Irish League Marathon. We discuss Nicola's time growing up in Northern Ireland andinfluenced by Italia 90 and George Best before embarking on a fabulous opportunity as part of communications and media at Manchester City FC. Nicola talks vividly about interactions with Micah Richards, Mario Balotelli and others as well as following the club at Champions League matches and on summer to...

Jul 30, 202057 minSeason 1Ep. 113

Matthew Holland Crusaders

The second half of my Irish League marathon continues and for this latest installment I am joined by someone a bit different. Matthew Holland is the SLO at Crusaders Football club in Belfast and he joins me on the show to discuss his time following the Crues and chat about life on the Shore Road. What is the role of a SLO? How do he and others make the experience for Crusaders supporters a good one? We then move on to chat about favourite Crusaders moments, players and games including a stunning...

Jul 29, 20201 hrSeason 1Ep. 112

Gary Haveron

The Irish League Marathon reaches the halfway stage and for this episode I am joined by the BRAND NEW full-time Academy Director of Larne Football Club Gary Haveron. Join me in this episode as we hear more about Gary's playing days at Crusaders before moving across the water to play for Wolves and Bolton. What was it like coming up against Robbie Keane and Eidur Gudjohnsen? Also tune in to hear about Gary's time playing in Northern Ireland where he played for Lisburn, Coleraine, Ballymena and Ca...

Jul 28, 20201 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 111

Seanan Clucas

The Irish League marathon hits semi final Monday and on today's show I am joined by Glentoran midfielder Seanan Clucas. I ask Seanan about how life started at Dungannon Swifts before his times at Preston and Bristol Rovers over the water. We then hear about a difficult time for Seanan during his time back in Ireland due to injuries and a lack of motivation. His love for the game was rekindled when he returned to Dungannon, helping the team to lift their only piece of silverware to date in 2018 w...

Jul 27, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 110

Eoin Bradley

The Irish League marathon continues and in this episode I am joined by two time Irish Cup winner Eoin Bradley of Coleraine FC. Eoin has had an unorthodox career starting out at the age of 28! I ask him on the show his early days of playing Gaelic Football before transitioning into the world of football. We hear about Eoin's two spells at Coleraine and the filling of playing at Glenavon in between. What was it like being managed by Oran Kearney and Gary Hamilton? We hear about Eoin's winning goal...

Jul 26, 202048 minSeason 1Ep. 109

Gerard Lyttle

The Irish League marathon begins here on Campbell's Footballs as we gear up for the Irish Cup semi finals and final. Over the course of the next 7 episodes I'll be joined by characters from the Irish League who come on to talk about their stories and journeys so far. We start off the marathon with former Cliftonville and Sligo Rovers manager Gerard Lyttle. We discuss Gerard's playing days which were hampered by a succession of injuries. We talk about starting out at Celtic before journeys to Swi...

Jul 25, 20201 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 108

Duncan Alexander

Prepare to be amazed by some incredible stats and knowledge in this episode of Campbell's Footballs as Duncan Alexander joins me on the podcast. Duncan is a big contributor to Opta Joe and Stats Perform and on the show we discuss what it is like to delve into large amounts of football related data. How does this differ from the science world that I live in? We discuss Duncan's love for Diego Maradona and Paul Gascoigne as well as his love for his beloved Wycombe Wanderers FC. Duncan is also a re...

Jul 24, 202041 minSeason 1Ep. 107
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