110 Percent Podcast

It's football. Two best friends talking history, international politics, corruption, partisanship, and salacious gossip. But it's still football.

Qatar 2022: Blame Infantino ft. the 110 Awards

Tamara and Olivia meet for one last 2022 iteration of one of the top 30 podcasts of our time to hand out the treasured 110 Percent Awards. Tune in to find out who took home the priceless miniature Zidanes for Best Villain, Perfect Angel, Best Var-gument and more in our belated tournament recap.  ~ Theme: Ice Cream / Leo Rossi ~ @110percentpodcast

01-03
47:25

Qatar 2022: The King's Favourite

In today's Very Special Episode, Tamara talks to business partner and former housemate Lallie about, in time-honoured 110 Percent tradition, all things WAG., running the gamut from Southgatian WAGs, legacy numbers, Germany's scapegoating, Moroccan Pop Idol stars, Rooney vs Vardy, and the biggest White Lotus spoiler of them all.  ~ Theme: Ice Cream / Leo Rossi Three Lions (Olivia's Version) ~ @110percentpodcast

12-17
45:54

Qatar 2022: How does an Aquarius take a free kick

The ladies reunite to discuss the battle for Al-Andalus, the nebulous concept of respect, who or what Olivia hates (and Tamara won't be drawn on), how many Latin American countries is too many, and our favourite manager, Raymond Domenech.  ~ Theme: Ice Cream / Leo Rossi Three Lions (Olivia's Version) ~ @110percentpodcast

12-10
54:24

Qatar 2022: The failed-coup bounce

The ladies muse expansively on World Cup infighting, both historic and present-day, also finding time to cover whether it's too early to consider things coming home, how many political statements a pitch invader can make (at most) and more hyping of Serbia vs. Switzerland: the Sequel.  Article referenced: The Fans Screamed for Qatar. Their Passion Hid a Secret. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/28/sports/soccer/world-cup-fans-qatar-ultras.html ~ Theme: Ice Cream / Leo Rossi ~ @110percentpodcast

12-02
48:42

Qatar 2022: Erklärungsnot

The ladies regroup after a rocky start to the tournament to get into the weeds discussing seismic upsets, Al-Hilal, golden toilets, and the first game of the competition: Does this headline reference Argentina's 2-1 defeat or a national tragedy?  *A correction: Saudi pirate streaming site is referred to as beOUT; it's actually beoutQ. Let's say the Q is silent.  ~ Theme: Ice Cream / Leo Rossi ~ @110percentpodcast

11-25
48:32

Qatar 2022: Guess who's back? (Robbie Williams)

The ladies return to inform the uninformed on the eve of the Sportswashing Cup— Qatar World Cup 2022. We talk sock length, autocrats, calves, past and present Jack Grealish Cup winners, the value-add of Shakira, and the moral rectitude of FIFA.  ~ Theme: Ice Cream / Leo Rossi ~ @110percentpodcast

11-18
58:48

110 EUROS - Episode 2: If I was a Football Commentator

As usual, it's assumed to be coming home. We recap the Round of 16 ahead of the upcoming Quarter Finals, and discuss French unity or lack thereof, and the trouble with unwanted opinions.  ~ Music: The Great Escape / The England Band 

07-02
01:07:14

110 EUROS - Episode 1: Maggot in the Cortex

We're back! For 'Season 3' and tepid EURO 2020-ish content, starting with the group stages. We talk Hungarian rainbows, nominative determinism and who last smacked Harry Kane in the mouth. 

06-26
57:56

Radio 110: We're on the Vodka

We're on lockdown and taking listener questions! Determined to provide content in a football-free universe, we discuss the Belarussian Premier League, corona misbehaviours, and the definition of a sex 'party'.  ~ Music: Break My Heart / Dua Lipa 

04-08
56:58

Radio 110: We're Stylists

We potentially bite off more than we can chew unpicking Manchester City's numerous breaches of UEFA's FFP regulations, but financial corruption will surely join other topics in our wheelhouse that we also discuss in the episode: VAR, Bottega Veneta clutch bags and the merits and demerits of Olivier Giroud.  'How Football Leaks is Exposing Corruption in European Soccer' / Sam Knight https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2019/06/03/how-football-leaks-is-exposing-corruption-in-european-soccer

02-25
44:30

Radio 110: We're On the Nose

Back in our regularly-scheduled, rarely-observed slot, we're keeping relevant discussing this evening's FA Cup match when Shrewsbury play Liverpool's Infants, what that means for the FA Cup and Jürgen Klopp, why footballers love Nusr-et, and Neymar's birthday party. Because of course we do.  ~ Instagram: @110percentpodcast

02-04
32:34

Radio 110: We're Art Critics

After an extended hiatus, we deign to return for 2020 with a brief, delightful episode on an impending World War’s effect on football, and the toppling of Zlatan’s Colossus.

01-14
22:58

Radio 110: We're an Angry Mob

We celebrate the end of the international break, and our brief hiatus with international discussions on FIFA, mob mentality, and what it might be like to be locked up with your colleagues for days on end.  ~ Music: Руферы / Тима Белорусских ~ Instagram: @110percentpodcast

11-18
39:02

Radio 110: We're Morally Conflicted

Another game, then we're off! After this week's stay of execution, we still speed through what Brexit means for the Premier League, before talking about about Granit Xhaka, his substitution against Crystal Palace last weekend, and what it means to be a captain in 2019.  ~ Music: Ossie's Dream / Chas and Dave The Anfield Rap (Red Machine in Full Effect) / Liverpool FC Fog on the Tyne / Gazza & Lindisfarne  Freestyle Rap (recorded at 101 Barz) / Ryan Babel ~ Instagram: @110percentpodcast

11-01
35:41

Radio 110: We’re Not Surprised

The girls bookend an incredibly serious conversation about Bulgaria, Haringey Borough versus Yeovil Town, and football’s racist problem with two asinine quizzes, and a moment on form analysis turns into a pronunciation lesson. ~ Music: Theme from Z-Cars Second 2 None / Mura Masa ft. Christine and then Queens ~ Instagram: @110percentpodcast

10-25
33:14

Radio 110: We're Single Issue

This Very Special Radio 110 gets to the heart of Coleen versus Rebekah, analysing the two statements, possible motive, and gleefully awaiting the inevitable showdown at Cricket Fashion. Also, Tamara meets Zahia Dehar, the patron saint of 110 Percent: A World Cup Podcast.  ~ Music: Je t'aime ... moi non plus / Jane Birkin et Serge Gainsbourg Footballers Wive$ Theme Song ~ Instagram: @110percentpodcast

10-11
26:28

Radio 110: We're Cancelled

We're back, baby! Welcome to the inaugural episode of our shiny new toy RADIO 110, a weekly run-down with the general good intention to talk about football.  To kick off, we pinball between hot takes on Danny Drinkwater, rampant goal differences, and a city where the streets are paved with lead.  ~ Music:  La Dolce Vita / Ryan Paris  ~ Instagram: @110percentpodcast

09-26
32:51

Episode 10 - The 110 Percent Awards and Thirst Trap for Men

They think it's all over? It is now! For the last time, Livi and Tamara convene to talk the World Cup Final, Pussy Riot, and bless the tournament with our 110 Percent Awards. Tune in to find out who takes home our coveted miniature Zidanes on football's biggest night. Music: Очи чёрные / Ivan Rebroff Agua de Berber / Astrud Gilberto Shotgun / George Ezra Theme: Ice Cream / Leo Rosso

07-20
40:55

Episode 9 - Gareth Southgate & Barry Manilow

Episode 9 turns our frowns upside down - after a serious evaluation of England's performance in the tournament, Livi and Tamara talk about the nature of fandom, national and international football chants, and the next great football film (as written by us). Music: Ne Me Quitte Pas / Jacques Brel La Donna È Mobile / Guiseppe Verdi (as sung by Luciano Pavarotti) Blue Day / Suggs Delilah / Tom Jones Can't Smile Without You / Barry Manilow I'm Forever Blowing Bubbles / (as sung by West Ham) September / Earth, Wind, and Fire Theme: Ice Cream / Leo Rosso

07-15
41:44

Episode 8 - Antonio Cassono & Dua Lipa

Allegedly, it's the scandal episode at 110 Percent, where Livi and Tamara try and revisit all of our favourite stories - although there are too many to count. We manage to squeeze in Bruno and Eliza Samudio, Rhodri and Ryan Giggs, the Zahia Affair, and try and work out what exactly a pierced party chicken could be. Le K Benzema www.netflix.com/title/80241876?s=i&trkid=13752289 Music: Summer Wine / Nancy Sinatra & Lee Hazelwood Bed / Nicki Minaj (ft. Ariana Grande) New Rules / Dua Lipa Theme: Ice Cream / Leo Rosso

07-11
52:58

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