Phil Seymour: “I live for sporting moments”
Shabnam talks to announcer Phil Seymour about his work in snooker and other sports. Plus his successful One Four Seven podcast with world champion Shaun Murphy.
Apr 08, 2024•27 min
Framed: The Snooker Podcast
Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game.
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Rebecca Kenna: It's hard for women to make a breakthrough as part of a minority
Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.
Apr 01, 2024•27 min
Tony Knowles: Peter Kay came to my house to get a picture for Phoenix Nights
Tony Knowles is a three times World Championship semi-finalist, two times ranking title winner and famous for making headlines on the front and back pages.
Mar 25, 2024•27 min
Nigel Bond: “It’s great to still be involved in the sport”
After 33 years as a professional, Nigel Bond retired in 2022. He is now a coach and member of the WPBSA Board. He tells Shabnam how grateful he is that snooker remains a huge part of his life.
Mar 18, 2024•27 min
Steven Hallworth: It is the best time to be a professional snooker player
Steven Hallworth is the English Amateur Champion and talks about wanting to get back on the professional tour and an upcoming appointment at the altar.
Mar 11, 2024•27 min
Dominic Dale: It is great to see snooker breaking into different territories
Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.
Mar 04, 2024•27 min
Mick Price: I quite like being part of snooker history
Mick Price is known for having the fastest 147 made against him by Ronnie O'Sullivan but he had a solid professional career in his own right and he talks to Shabnam Younus-Jewell.
Feb 26, 2024•27 min
Rachel Casey: I am very lucky to do the job I have
Rachel Casey is the face of snooker on Eurosport and discusses her career, working with some legends of the sport and gives Shabnam some off-camera stories.
Feb 19, 2024•27 min
Colvin O'Brien: Achieving the first century can never be taken away from me
Colvin O'Brien plays snooker at the top level despite losing the sight in one of his eyes. He talks to Shabnam Younus-Jewell about overcoming setbacks to play the game he loves.
Feb 12, 2024•27 min
Phil Yates: He was so short he couldn't reach the table to re-spot the blue ball
Phil Yates has been covering snooker for more than 30 years and has even lost to a 10 year-old Ronnie O’Sullivan. He also has an early tip for this year's World Championship.
Feb 05, 2024•27 min
Ryan Thomerson: I love being on tour but I need more wins
The Australian tour pro Ryan Thomerson tells Shabnam Younus-Jewell about chasing his dream, car valeting and house renovating.
Jan 31, 2024•27 min
Mary Talbot: I loved watching the men under pressure against me
Mary talks about her life in snooker and her ongoing battle with Crohn’s disease.
Jan 29, 2024•27 min
Jackson Page
Up and coming Welsh snooker player Jackson Page chats with Shabnam Younus-Jewell about learning under the wing of Mark Williams and wanting to be better than Ronnie O’Sullivan. Jackson also discusses his early years playing, learning under the wing of Mark Williams and losing weight and getting fitter to make him a better player.
Jan 15, 2024•27 min
John Virgo: "Where's the cue ball going came from Ted Lowe!"
The much loved BBC commentator and former Big Break star tells Shabnam how he went from snooker player to TV personality. JV talks trick shots, impersonations and how much he still loves working in the sport he has contributed to for over 50 years.
Jan 08, 2024•27 min
Barry and Eddie Hearn: New year special
The famous father and son behind the Matchroom Sport empire join Shabnam to chat snooker. As well as that they talk boxing and new year's resolutions.
Jan 01, 2024•27 min
Neil Robertson and Django Fung: Christmas special
The 2010 world snooker champion chats to Shabnam from Australia joined by his manager. Neil is taking a long break, hoping to come back fighting for the rest of the season. His manager Django Fung joins the party from Hong Kong, to mainly tell stories of when Neil has been at his forgetful best!
Dec 25, 2023•27 min
Steve Feeney: Playing It Straight
The coach behind the SightRight technique which has helped three world champions. This has transformed the careers of Ronnie O'Sullivan, Mark Williams and Stuart Bingham. Steve explains the origins of his method and his most proud moments.
Dec 18, 2023•27 min
Liam Pullen: "I'll take being Selby in the future"
The teenage professional Liam Pullen on his idol Mark Selby and his friendly rivalry with Stan Moody. The York player also tells Shabnam about growing pains, being helped by Peter Lines and his dog Ronnie.
Dec 11, 2023•27 min
Varshaa Sanjeev Kumar: Shooting for the stars
The World Women’s player tells Shabnam how she juggles snooker with the film industry. Varshaa from India also talks about her ambitions to turn professional and increase the representation from her country.
Dec 04, 2023•27 min
Steve Davis: Crucible King to Glastonbury God
The Essex snooker great invites Shabnam into his dressing room at the UK Championship. He talks about his continuing involvement with the tournament in York and his new career in music. The six time world and UK champion also discusses his lasting friendship with Barry Hearn and the future of the game.
Nov 27, 2023•37 min
Iulian Boiko: The youth from Ukraine aiming high
The youngest player to turn professional talks about being part of an exciting new era. Iulian also reveals to Shabnam how the conflict in his country has affected his family and career.
Nov 20, 2023•27 min
Michael Holt: The Hitman targets tour return
The Nottingham player reveals his best coaching tips to Shabnam Younus-Jewell. He also explains how his main ambition at the moment is getting back on the World Snooker Tour.
Nov 13, 2023•27 min
Ivan Hirschowitz: The snooker fan doing his dream job for over 20 years
The World Snooker Tour Head of Media reveals what it’s like to work in the sport he loves. Ivan and Shabnam also discuss how they wouldn’t swap the late nights and thrilling finishes for any other job.
Nov 06, 2023•27 min
Lukas Kleckers: “I want to be a role model for other Germans”
German player Lukas Kleckers on his hopes to inspire others in his country to play. He also tells Shabnam how demanding life is for him in professional snooker.
Oct 30, 2023•27 min
Jamie Hunter: "If being out and proud makes a difference, it's better than any trophy"
Transgender snooker player Jamie Hunter talks to Shabnam about being on the women's tour. She shares the highs of winning and the lows of having to defend her participation on the world roster.
Oct 23, 2023•27 min
Django Fung: "I look for smart players who can play”
Shabnam finds out how top snooker manager Django Fung works with superstar clients like Ronnie O’Sullivan, Judd Trump and Neil Robertson. The Essex businessman explains how the Rocket was responsible for launching his management career before he introduced him to Steve Peters & reveals if he’s named after a Western.
Oct 16, 2023•27 min
Peter & Oliver Lines: “We’re in a unique position”
The Lines discuss the highs and lows of being two professional players in one family and do a special quiz on each other.
Oct 09, 2023•27 min
Neil Tomkins: "We are here to help everybody"
The former snooker professional explains how the WPBSA's new Player Support Programme aims to give guidance on critical issues like integrity, mental health and finance.
Oct 03, 2023•27 min
Joe Johnson: “Even my mother didn’t think I’d win!”
The 1986 World Champion reveals how he struggled with fame after winning the title. He also tells all about those jazzy shoes, meeting Princess Diana, discovering Paul Hunter and surviving seven heart attacks.
Sep 25, 2023•27 min
Desislava Bozhilova: “I’m not a strict person as I am at the table!”
The Bulgarian referee tells Shabnam about her decade on the World Snooker Tour. The conversation also includes how she’s not as scary when the white gloves are off and she discusses her degree in landscape architecture, baking and rescuing cats.
Sep 18, 2023•27 min
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