This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we’re talking all things cricket and commentary with the one and only Charles Dagnall! In part 2 of this episode, the former Leicestershire and Warwickshire bowler takes us through the highs and lows of his playing career, what it's really like in the commentary box, and how the game has changed over the years. With plenty of insight, behind-the-scenes stories, and classic Dagnall humour, this one’s a must-listen for cricket lovers and sports fans alike. Learn...
Jul 04, 2025•57 min•Season 12Ep. 7
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we’re talking all things cricket and commentary with the one and only Charles Dagnall! In this episode, the former Leicestershire and Warwickshire bowler takes us through the highs and lows of his playing career, what it's really like in the commentary box, and how the game has changed over the years. With plenty of insight, behind-the-scenes stories, and classic Dagnall humour, this one’s a must-listen for cricket lovers and sports fans alike. Learn more abou...
May 13, 2025•47 min•Season 12Ep. 7
In this inspiring episode of the TWS Sports Podcast, we’re joined by Darren Harris – England’s most capped blind footballer. Darren shares his incredible journey through the world of blind football, reflecting on the challenges and triumphs of his sporting career. We also dive into his experiences growing up blind, the role of family and resilience in his life, and how he became a trailblazer in disability sport. This is a powerful conversation about determination, breaking barriers, and chasing...
May 06, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 12Ep. 6
In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with two incredible guests who are making a real difference in the world of SEND support. Dr Eve Griffiths, Manager of the Wolverhampton Outreach Service, joined us to share her expertise on autism and education. She spoke passionately about how her team supports children with special educational needs and disabilities across Wolverhampton, and the importance of understanding and adapting to the needs of autistic learners. We were al...
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 12Ep. 4
In the first of our Autism special episodes we chat to David and Carrie Grant who are parents to 3 autistic children. We also chat to Sgt John Nelson who is a police officer in London. He is autistic and is the Chair of the National Autism Police Association. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 12Ep. 2
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we chat to former professional footballer Gary Waddock. We dive into his incredible football journey, from his playing days to coaching at the professional level. Gary shares insights into the game, his experiences in management, and what it takes to become successful in the game. Join us for an inspiring and insightful conversation that brings football to life through the voices of our brilliant student hosts, who continue to promote the amazing things autist...
Mar 25, 2025•35 min•Season 12Ep. 1
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with former Shrewsbury Town and Wrexham footballer Neil Ashton. During the episode, we explored Neil’s football journey, reflecting on both the highs and lows of his career. He shared his Wembley heartache, discussing the pain of never winning at the iconic stadium despite several attempts. We also reminisced about his time at Shrewsbury Town, with Neil sharing some funny and memorable moments with former teammates. The convers...
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 11Ep. 8
The latest episode of the TWS Sports Podcast features a fascinating conversation with former Ulster, Ireland, and British & Irish Lions rugby player Stephen Ferris. In this episode, Stephen reflects on his incredible rugby journey, which includes unforgettable experiences at World Cups, Lions tours, and playing a key role in Ireland's Grand Slam victory. The discussion also delves into the more challenging aspects of his career, including the tough moments that led to his premature retiremen...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 11Ep. 7
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we speak with former Worcestershire cricketer Jack Shantry. As a retired cricketer turned professional umpire, Jack has gathered a wealth of fascinating stories and experiences. Reliving his best moments on the field, mixed with some humorous anecdotes and challenging times, this episode offers listeners a balanced and engaging perspective on his career journey. Whether it’s discussing his most memorable matches, reflecting on the highs and lows of professiona...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 11Ep. 6
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former England cricketer Ashley Giles . Ashley won the famous 2005 Ashes series and went on to become England coach as well as Managing Director of England Cricket. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood School. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 12, 2024•43 min•Season 11Ep. 5
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we chat to former Shrewsbury Town, Bolton Wanderers and Preston North End footballer Mickey Brown. We chat to him about his records at Shrewsbury, keeping Shrewsbury in the Football League, life on stage and so much more. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood School. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 29, 2024•47 min•Season 11Ep. 4
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we chat to former professional cricketer Amjad Khan. We chat about playing cricket in Denmark and England and what life was like as a cricketer. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood School. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 08, 2024•29 min•Season 11Ep. 3
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former professional footballer Darren Purse. We chat to Darren about his time in football and what it was like at each of his clubs. We talk about life after playing and how he has moved into coaching. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood School. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 01, 2024•53 min•Season 11Ep. 2
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by Wrexham striker Paul Mullin. We chat to Paul about life at Wrexham, having an autistic son and the Hollywood owners. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood School. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 24, 2024•23 min•Season 11Ep. 1
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we spoke to 2 time First Division winner Paul Wilkinson. Paul talked to us about playing for Everton, Watford and Middlesbrough as well as going onto to coach at teams such as Fulham, Norwich and Cardiff City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 02, 2024•53 min•Season 10Ep. 6
In this episode we chat to former Northern Ireland international Warren Feeney. Warren talks to us about playing football in South Wales as well as many other clubs. He takes us through his life as a manager and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 25, 2024•48 min•Season 10Ep. 5
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we chat to former professional footballer Gavin Cowan about his career in the Football League and his transition into management. We also talk about his podcast 'In The Stiffs' which he hosts alongside his friends and former team mates Sam Aiston and Dave Edwards. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood School. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 10Ep. 4
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we spoke to former F1 driver and now Sky Sports F1 pundit Karun Chandhok. We had a great chat all about his career and the highs and lows he has faced. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 04, 2024•41 min•Season 10Ep. 3
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by professional cricketer Olivia Rae. Olivia has played cricket for a number of counties as well as international cricket for Scotland. She has recently been diagnosed autistic and spoke to us about her career and autism. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood School. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 21, 2024•50 min•Season 10Ep. 2
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Premier League manager and legend of English football Neil Warnock. Neil talks to us about life as a manager and shares some great stories with us. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood School. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 14, 2024•30 min•Season 10Ep. 1
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by the manager of Wolves Women Dan McNamara. In this episode Dan talks to us about the change in the women's game, the success he has had in his career, the development of the women's game and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 12, 2024•49 min•Season 9Ep. 9
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast GB Hockey player Shona McCallin joins us. We chat to Shone about her incredible hockey career, going to the Olympic Games and winning a gold medal. We also chat about the life of a hockey player, playing at a home Commonwealth games and so much more. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 05, 2024•50 min•Season 9Ep. 8
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former WWE referee Mike Chioda. Mike talks to us about his 31 years in the WWE and shares some memories of his amazing career. In part 2 of this podcast we continue to delve deep into Mike's career and take a look through the his time in the WWE and what it was like to work for Vince McMahon. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 27, 2024•42 min•Season 9Ep. 7
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former WWE referee Mike Chioda. Mike talks to us about his 31 years in the WWE and shares some memories of his amazing career. From being in the ring with The Rock and Hulk Hogan to what it is like to face the heat from Vince McMahon. This is part 1 of a 2 part podcast. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 20, 2024•37 min•Season 9Ep. 6
In this episode we are joined by 3 time Paralympic gold medal winner and World Champion Boccia player David Smith. David talks to us about his incredible success, struggles in life and so much more. How education helped and hindered him along the way, the importance of a team around you, mixing with royalty and more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in the West Midlands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 13, 2024•54 min•Season 9Ep. 5
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we reflect on some of the amazing women we have had on the podcast and we take a closer look into the success they have had throughout their careers. We are joined by trampoline gymnasts Laura Gallagher and Bryony Page and Paralympians Jade Hall and Dame Tanni Grey Thompson. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 06, 2024•40 min•Season 9Ep. 4
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by former Birmingham, Sheffield United and Watford footballer Paul Devlin. We chatted to Paul about life as a footballer, promotion with Birmingham City, some of the best pranks, strange encounter with Sir Alex Ferguson and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 30, 2024•50 min•Season 9Ep. 3
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we chatted to former Welsh rugby player Tom Shanklin. Tom talked to us about what it was like to play in the World Cup, Six Nations and so much more. Tom went on to talk to us about some great pranks, former team mates and how he chose to play for Wales over England. The TWS Sports Podcast is hosted by autistic students from a special school in Wolverhampton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 23, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 9Ep. 2
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we are joined by Walsall striker Danny Johnson. We chatted to Danny about his time in and out of football. Life at different football clubs and what life is currently like at Walsall FC. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 16, 2024•41 min•Season 9Ep. 1
This week on the TWS Sports Podcast we celebrate our 100th episode by chatting to Wolves legend Steve Bull. Steve chats to us about his fantastic career, what it was like to play for Wolverhampton Wanderers, playing for England, going to the 1990 World Cup and so much more. This podcast is hosted by autistic students from Tettenhall Wood Special School Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 12, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Season 8Ep. 13
