Miles and Woody take an unorthodox look at the forthcoming Ashes from the inner sanctum at Loughborough, and an incident with a Ferraro Rocher almost causes disaster. Now also available on YouTube!! Sponsored by Vitality www.vitality.co.uk Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Recorded by Likemind Media Copyright 2025 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Nov 18, 2025•37 min•Season 7Ep. 11
Miles and the MPU team get an inside view of Woody’s Ashes prep from the inner sanctum at Loughborough. We end up talking cricket along with some other amusing topics, along with a very memorable mailbag. This episode is also available on YouTube to watch @middlepleaseumpire Sponsored by Vitality www.vitality.co.uk Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Recorded by Likemind Media Co...
Nov 07, 2025•56 min•Season 7Ep. 10
We are joined for a great chat by Wisden editor, cricket correspondent and Northants fan Lawrence Booth. Miles and Woody also decide to make this the hardest to date podcast in the world! Sponsored by Vitality. For special offers, cricket competitions and discounts, head to www.vitalitycricket.co.uk Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2025 Playback Media Ltd - playbackm...
Jul 17, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 7Ep. 9
Our esteemed guest is Alan Davies, star of Jonathan Creek, stand-up comedian, author and cricket fan. Miles talks us through his long-awaited cricketing comeback whilst Woody reveals his unusual coaching inspirations from the natural world. Sponsored by Vitality. For special offers, cricket competitions and discounts, head to www.vitalitycricket.co.uk Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 7Ep. 8
We welcome the lead singer of Sports Team, Alex Rice, to share his cricket passions with us. Meanwhile Woody makes a passionate defence of team mate Zak Crawley, whilst Miles discusses the perils of early season nets at Monmouth. You can win 2 tickets for England v India this summer just by getting a quote for health insurance at www.vitality.co.uk/middlepleaseumpire/ Sponsored by Vitality www.vitality.co.uk Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Produ...
May 06, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 7Ep. 7
We resume play at last; with Woody in the spare room recovering from a knee operation but determined to return stronger. Miles has been netting for his own return to Monmouth 4ths this summer, while we talk to Malith Madurasinghe about the Over-50s World Cup. You can also have a chance to win 2 tickets for England v India this summer just by getting a quote for health insurance at www.vitality.co.uk/middlepleaseumpire/ Sponsored by Vitality www.vitality.co.uk Twitter @middleplease Instagram @mid...
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 7Ep. 6
One of the most fascinating interviews we have done as we’re joined by the brilliant WW2 historian, and cricket nut, James Holland. We also get a training update from Woody. Sponsored by Vitality www.vitality.co.uk Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 7Ep. 5
Another belter of a guest as Chris Woakes gives us the lowdown on playing and touring with Woody. It’s definitely unusual! Meanwhile Miles considers his options as a franchise cricketer, a fun mailbag, and lots more in a packed episode. Sponsored by Vitality www.vitality.co.uk Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Le...
Nov 19, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 7Ep. 4
An absolutely first class guest joins us in the shape of England pace legend Devon Malcolm. We have a very memorable chat, uncover some amazing stuff in the Super Over and get some pace bowling advice for Woody. An episode not to miss Sponsored by Vitality www.vitality.co.uk Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Lear...
Oct 29, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 7Ep. 3
We’re back with a guest! The amazing Izzy Westbury takes time out from RAF duty to discuss her cricket life, commentary experience and amazing CV, while Woody and Miles review the 2024 blackberry picking season. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 14, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 7Ep. 2
On the back of Woody’s stellar performances we have brought forward the first episode of our new run! More to come soon, but the guys catch up on matters from breakfasts to some of the more weighty cricketing matters; plus trial a new Super Over for season 7. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nt...
Aug 16, 2024•47 min•Season 7Ep. 1
The last one of our current season, as Miles gets the inside track from Woody about his recent honour as a Wisden Cricketer of the Year, as well as his preparation for the summer. A lovely mailbag rounds off our series. Back soon! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease -...
May 02, 2024•59 min•Season 6Ep. 8
Keane lead singer Tom Chaplin is a brilliant guest as he shares tales from his cricketing youth and general love of the game. We also unveil some alternate Mark Wood namesakes across the UK. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Spon...
Mar 01, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 6Ep. 7
An extended episode as West Indies pace legend, and cricket commentator par excellence, Michael Holding joins us to talk about his career and influence on Woody’s career. Mark and Miles also catch up following the first Test in India. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplea...
Feb 08, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 6Ep. 6
We get a fascinating glimpse into the backroom of elite cricket as Ben Langley, the man Woody credits with saving his career as England physio, and now Mumbai Indians’ head of sports science, joins for a chat. Miles and Woody catch up, plus another strong mailbag. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code M...
Jan 31, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 6Ep. 5
We are all Isa Guha fans, and she storms in as our very special guest. With the guys now both on tour, Woody explains the importance of gravy to Miles. A memorable mailbag letter drops onto the mat as well. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first ...
Jan 24, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 6Ep. 4
After a hiatus, we are back to resume season 6. We’re joined by England bowler and Step One ambassador Tash Farrant. Woody and Miles discuss the raging controversy around Phil Salt’s dog! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Spond -...
Jan 03, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Mike Brearley; England’s legendary captain and cricket mind, joins us as our special guest for a brilliant chat. Meanwhile Woody and Miles discuss the important issues of the day, including the World Cup, cuddly toy dogs and Indian savoury snacks. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.c...
Oct 12, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 6Ep. 2
We are back with a new season, releasing episodes as regularly as cricket schedules allow. This week our hosts catch up as Woody prepares for the World Cup, while Miles gets some hugs on the boundary at Cardiff. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your f...
Sep 28, 2023•59 min•Season 6Ep. 1
A hotly requested mini pod, as Miles has a catch-up with co-host and hero of the 3rd Test, our own Mark Wood. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2023 Playb...
Jul 17, 2023•22 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Our second ever live recording as we journey to Woody’s home club at Ashington CC on the eve of the Ashes. We look at what’s ahead this summer while Miles learns a whole new language! With thanks to Ashington CC and our live sponsor www.Spond.com/ Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/mid...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Woody’s IPL bowling coach and pace legend Morné Morkel joins the guys to discuss his chaotic debut for South Africa amongst a range of topics from his career. Meanwhile the mailbag is not to be missed as we bring Season 5 to a close…for now. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleple...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Legendary sports broadcaster, music journalist and unlikely cricket lover, Danny Kelly joins the guys this week in a really engrossing chat on cricket and much more. Woody and Miles discuss Mark’s successful start in the IPL with Lucknow. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease...
Apr 14, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Season 5Ep. 6
We’re back and joined by Newcastle United midfielder and Tynemouth CC bowler, Sean Longstaff. He reveals his love of cricket and hatred of truffle, while Woody and Miles chat on the eve of Mark’s successful debut for Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/m...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 5
What a special guest; the legend David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd. We chat about his amazing career, with tales aplenty. Meanwhile Woody records a podcast from the outfield at an England training session as he turns roving reporter, introducing Miles to just about anyone he can find! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code...
Mar 02, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Miles and Woody compare notes on touring and MRI scans before Emma John; esteemed author, cricket writer, and fellow Mike Atherton obsessive, joins as our special guest. Woody springs a surprise thanks to Sky Sports statistician Benedict Bermange. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/mid...
Feb 22, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Woody and Miles are called in to chat to the boss. Director of England’s Men’s Cricket, Rob Key talks about the new, exciting era of England cricket and his experiences from player, to pundit to gaffer in a brilliant conversation. One not to miss! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/mid...
Feb 15, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 2
We are back with Ben Foakes as our special guest. We get the inside talk from the resurgent England Test side and discuss the famous win in Pakistan. Meanwhile Woody and Miles channel their inner Julia Roberts amongst other goings on. We have missed doing this! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 Mindf...
Feb 08, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 5Ep. 1
A long overdue bonus episode as we find Woody mid-World Cup and Miles mid-tour. We catch-up on what’s been an eventful few months of cricket comebacks, blackberry picking season and lobster catching. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One. www.stepone.life - For a 30% discount, just use the code MP30 (offer is time limited) Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2022 Playback Media...
Oct 28, 2022•49 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Andy Zaltzman, TMS statistician and comedian joins this week and tells us about his dream job plus his cricketing highs and lows. Woody shares an honest insight on life as an injured cricketer while Miles reveals his ancestral England cricket roots in a bumper episode. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One. www.stepone.life - For a 30% discount, just use the code MP30 (offer is time limited) Produced by Nathan Kosky with ...
Jul 07, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 7
