That Peter Crouch Podcast

FROM THE VAULT: In this clip, we look back at when Rod Stewart joined the lads to discuss his lifelong love of football, growing up in a football-obsessed household, and the hilarious rivalry he shared with fellow music icon Elton John.Rod opens up about their competitive friendship in the 70s, outrageous Christmas presents, wild nights before heading off to watch Watford F.C., and the legendary moment Elton had his “Blondes Have More Fun” balloons shot down. He also reflects on scoring a hat-trick at Stamford Bridge during Soccer Six — much to the delight of his mate George Best.If you like this clip, you can catch the full episode here:https://youtu.be/J4sWFQq1AQcChumbawambaFor more Peter Crouch:Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouchTherapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouchFor more Chris StarkTwitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve SidwellTwitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwellInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14#PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Les Ferdinand is back — and this one goes everywhere.From the pressure of wearing the iconic number nine shirt to why modern football has drifted away from two-striker partnerships, Les doesn’t hold back. There’s a proper centre-forward masterclass in here — plus a full dissection of diving, simulation, and why shin pads have basically disappeared.Yes… we’re starting the campaign to Make Shin Pads Great Again.We also get stuck into the “blue card” debate, inverted wingers, why no one attacks crosses anymore, and whether football’s gone a bit too nice. Then it’s straight into predictions, the wife’s score calls, and one of the strangest deep dives into mobile phone providers you’ll ever hear on a football podcast.Part 2 delivers.If you love proper striker chat, nostalgia, and a bit of chaos — this one’s for you.Drop your score predictions below 👇00:00 – Beer in the Wrong Glass (Game’s Gone Already) 02:45 – “Memorabilia” vs Theft… Bus Stop Confessions 05:58 – Half-Term Chaos & Dad Life 07:34 – Ed Still: sniper’s dream09:45 – Les returns for part 211:45 – Dressing room standards & how far respect actually travels17:30 – Transition into deeper football chat before tactics debate23:45 – Build-up to striker system discussion31:12 – Why Football Needs Two Strikers Again 32:36 – Inverted Wingers & The Death of Crossing 33:25 – Shin Pads Are Getting Smaller?! 33:57 – “Make Shin Pads Great Again” 48:31 – The Pressure of Wearing the Number 9 Shirt 49:09 – Helicopters, Cup Finals & Big Moments 50:04 – Double-Strap Shin Pads Return 53:26 – Diving, Simulation & The “Blue Card” 54:22 – The “Have a Look at Yourself” Card 55:24 – Paddy Power Segment Begins 55:45 – Arsenal vs Chelsea Preview 1:08:16 – Listener Predictions & Service Provider Debate 1:15:05 – Giffgaff vs The Big Networks 1:17:26 – Final Premier League PredictionsThis episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at www.theaa.com/Crouch T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/bestFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FROM THE VAULT: One clash. One superstar. One reputation that followed him everywhere.In this clip, Duncan Ferguson revisits his attitude on-pitch towards David Beckham — and explains what really went through his mind in such heated moments. Known as one of football’s ultimate hard men, Big Dunc doesn’t shy away from the aggression that defined his playing days… but he does open up about the consequences.Does a former enforcer get judged differently? And can you switch off that mentality once it’s part of who you are?If you like this clip, you can catch the full episode here:https://youtu.be/57W315KAXhoChumbawambaFor more Peter Crouch:Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouchTherapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouchFor more Chris StarkTwitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve SidwellTwitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwellInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14#PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, we’re joined by one of the Premier League’s original centre-forward royalty… Les Ferdinand.Before the goal compilations, before the Sky Sports montages, before strikers were measured by pressing data and heat maps, there was “Sir Les”. QPR icon. Newcastle hero. The man leading the line when the Premier League still felt brand new. A proper No.9. Power, presence, goals everywhere he went. If you grew up in the 90s, you knew exactly what Les Ferdinand meant.He joins Pete, Sids and Chris to talk about the journey from West London non-league graft to becoming one of the most feared forwards in the country. There’s the unbelievable story of starting out as a goalkeeper, the Turkey move that changed his mentality forever, and the sliding doors moment with Manchester United that could have rewritten football history. We get into loyalty, ambition, dressing room politics and the brutal advice from Ray Wilkins that stuck with him for life. It’s honest, funny, reflective and packed with the kind of insight only someone who’s lived it can give.We’ve split our conversation Les into two parts, and after we transition out of the nostalgia fuelled Part 1, things immediately descend into remote chaos.We build up to Macclesfield’s FA Cup tie and what it could mean for the pod, update the leaderboard as the pressure ramps up, and dive into this week’s Paddy Power predictions with a North London Derby thrown into the mix. There’s a live package opened on air that nobody fully understands, some technical mishaps, a bit of shouting about scores, and the sort of disorder that only seems to happen when we’re not all in the same room.Part 2 with Les drops next week. Trust us, you’ll want it.00:00 – Intro: One of the Premier League’s original No.9s02:12 – Early career doubts & never expecting to go pro05:48 – Growing up in West London & early football influences08:36 – Playing as a GOALKEEPER for three years11:04 – The hat-trick that changed his position forever14:22 – Non-league graft & the reality of rejection17:10 – FA Vase Final at Wembley before the big time20:45 – The move to Turkey: why he said yes23:58 – First training session… 30,000+ fans watching26:41 – Battling imposter syndrome abroad29:55 – The mindset shift that transformed him33:18 – Returning to QPR a completely different striker37:42 – Becoming one of the Premier League’s most feared forwards41:06 – Manchester United interest becomes real…43:45 - Part 1 with Les ends44:00 – Macclesfield FA Cup update ahead of kick-off46:50 – Instagram shoutout (Greatest Kits)50:30 – Catchphrase encounters in Soho54:07 – Paddy Power segment begins1:08:50 – On-air package chaos!1:10:40 – Sign off… tune in for part 2 next weekThis episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at www.theaa.com/Crouch T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/bestFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FROM THE VAULT: One line. One press conference. One football meme that refuses to die. It can't go on like this, can it?It can.In this clip, Mick McCarthy revisits the now-legendary moment that gave us one of football’s most quoted phrases. What started as an honest, off-the-cuff response during a tough run of results quickly became a viral classic — and a brutally accurate summary of life as a football manager.Mick explains the real meaning behind the words, lifting the lid on the pressure, fatigue, and mental battles that come with managing when results aren’t going your way. From dealing with the media to keeping belief inside the dressing room, this is a candid insight into how quickly things can spiral — and how, sometimes, football just keeps finding new ways to surprise you.The lads reflect on why the quote struck such a nerve with fans, managers, and players alike, and why it still perfectly captures the chaos, humour, and harsh reality of the game today.ChumbawambaFor more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris open the floodgates on everything that makes fans mutter those three sacred words… “the game’s gone.” From goalkeepers stubbornly playing out from the back to laser shows, forced atmospheres, half-and-half scarves and walking around the club badge, nothing is off limits.The lads debate whether modern football presentation has gone too far, question where respect actually begins and ends, and ask if tradition is slowly being replaced by gimmicks. There’s also a passionate rant about why Transfer Deadline Day has lost its magic, why phones on the pitch should be banned, and whether celebrating against your old club is actually disrespectful.So… what do you think belongs on the “Game’s Gone” board? Let us know in the comments.00:00 - Podcast intro & Ian Holloway’s explosive rant04:57 - The birth of the “Game’s Gone” board09:02 - Goalkeepers playing out from the back debate13:29 - Laser shows, pyrotechnics & forced atmospheres19:08 - Walking around the club badge controversy23:06 - Should players celebrate against former clubs?25:03 - Half-and-half scarves… illegal or acceptable?27:47 - Player messages & phones on the pitch30:04 - Transfer Deadline Day has lost its magic34:47 - Remote recording chaos & league table chat38:13 - FA Cup predictions & betting chat47:40 - Listener mail: referees warming up & socks50:33 - David Moyes booked for celebrating56:41 - Referee mascots… has football gone too far?This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at www.theaa.com/Crouch T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/bestFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FROM THE VAULT: In this clip, we relive one of the most iconic moments in Premier League history — Sergio Aguero’s last-minute goal that won Manchester City the league — through the eyes of the man who was right there behind it all: Joe Hart.Joe takes us inside the chaos, tension and sheer disbelief of that unforgettable day, explaining exactly what it felt like as the clock ticked down, the panic set in, and then… everything changed in an instant. From the raw emotion on the pitch to the scenes in the dressing room afterwards, this is the full, unfiltered story of football’s most dramatic title finish.The lads also dig into the surreal aftermath — celebrating while Manchester United were hosting their own awards night, the media madness that followed, and how that single moment reshaped Manchester City forever.ChumbawambaFor more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris dive headfirst into one of football’s most nostalgic — and surprisingly controversial — topics: kits. From childhood shirt disasters and knock-off classics to the shirts that made entire generations fall in love with the game, the lads break down what makes a kit truly iconic.Crouchy shares first-hand memories of his earliest football strips (including one that didn’t survive warm-ups), while the boys debate whether people genuinely look better in football shirts, which kits should never make a comeback, and where wearing a jersey in public officially becomes unacceptable behaviour.There’s also chat about vintage gold, England shirts in everyday life, the unspoken rules footballers live by, and a reminder that some fashion trends really were best left in the past. Plus, a detour into Mila Kunis, Watford shirts, and why manifesting football dreams might actually work…Let us know in the comments: What’s the greatest football kit of all time — and would you wear it on a night out?00:00 – Subscribe plea and opening chaos01:10 – Birthday chat and unexpected messages03:05 – “HBD” texts and why the game’s gone04:00 – Another Watford manager sacked05:00 – Could the podcast actually manage Watford?06:30 – Training with Macclesfield and FA Cup buzz07:55 – Sponsoring walk-out jackets on live TV09:10 – The Mila Kunis interview resurfaces10:40 – Giving Ashton Kutcher a Watford shirt12:50 – Are people hotter in football kits?16:00 – First ever football kits (and ruining them)18:45 – Knock-off shirts and iron-on badges21:30 – Being “given” better kits as a kid24:00 – Arsenal schoolboy days and iconic kits26:10 – Chelsea kits everyone wanted28:30 – The worst kits of the 90s31:00 – Wearing football shirts on a night out33:20 – Vintage kits as fashion statements35:45 – Iconic England kits and forgotten classics38:10 – Can footballers wear kits casually?41:00 – Penalty heartbreak memories and iconic shirts44:10 – Legendary teams making kits iconic47:00 – Should England ever have a shirt sponsor?50:00 – Injury-time chaos and modern football debates53:30 – Extra time, late goals and “Fergie time”56:30 – Weekend results and prediction league drama59:30 – Messages and closing banterThis episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at www.theaa.com/Crouch T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/bestFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FROM THE VAULT: In this clip, Gary Oldman opens up about his lifelong love for Manchester United — from being mesmerised by George Best as a kid to watching the modern game lose its sense of loyalty and identity.The Oscar winner reflects on the era of the first XI, players who stayed for decades, and why today’s constant churn has changed the relationship between fans and clubs. He also shares why texting Sir Alex Ferguson still feels surreal, and critique's that infamous Casillero del Diablo advert starring Wayne Rooney; Ryan Giggs and Patrick Evra... and the Oscar goes to who?ChumbawambaFor more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris are joined by the one and only Marcus Mumford for a wide-ranging, hilarious, and surprisingly football-obsessed chat. From charity matches and penalty shootouts with José Mourinho, to growing up as a die-hard AFC Wimbledon fan, Marcus opens up on how deeply football is woven into his life and music.The lads dive into unforgettable stories from the Grenfell charity match, playing alongside Premier League legends, and why grassroots football still hits harder than the modern game. Marcus also lifts the lid on life at the very top of music — from Glastonbury and Hyde Park to playing at the White House, meeting Barack Obama, and getting a no-nonsense songwriting pep talk from Noel Gallagher.There’s chaos too, as Crouchy’s Spanish guitar challenge gathers pace, gigs are planned (and refused) around England kick-offs, and Marcus explains why hearing his music on Match of the Day was a bigger moment than almost anything else.Music, football, side quests, and a proper debate about whether the game really has gone — this one has it all.00:00 – Subscribe song, intro & opening chaos02:15 – Sid’s holiday, previous guests & missing episodes05:10 – Guitar chat, New Year resolutions & festival fantasies08:40 – Kasabian, Finsbury Park & learning guitar late in life11:55 – Marcus Mumford joins the podcast14:30 – Grenfell charity match & scoring past José Mourinho19:05 – Visiting Mourinho at home & the “pantomime villain” role23:10 – Playing with football legends27:55 – New album Prizefighter & why it’s his favourite record32:40 – Hyde Park, Glastonbury & refusing to gig during England games37:10 – AFC Wimbledon, grassroots football & fan ownership41:45 – Football chants, Match of the Day & music in stadiums46:20 – Noel Gallagher’s brutal songwriting advice50:05 – Touring chaos, Mexico gigs & running into the sea mid-show54:30 – “Games Gone”, VAR & what football has lost57:10 – Chris serenades Marcus Mumford as a farewell58:05 – Paddy Power segment01:02:40 – Listener messages01:08:20 – Final thoughts, teasers & episode wrap-upThis episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at www.theaa.com/Crouch T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/bestFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete and Chris are holed up in a fancy hotel room ahead of a Hollywood-style chat with none other than John Bishop. From ball boy chaos at Watford to AFCON towel-gate madness, the lads kick things off with some classic football nonsense before diving into an incredible life story.John opens up about the sliding doors moment that changed everything - missing Istanbul, walking away from a secure job, and somehow ending up with a Hollywood film based on his life, directed by Bradley Cooper. We hear how stand-up comedy nearly went wrong in front of the England squad, what it takes to win over a hostile room, and why being relaxed might be the most powerful weapon of all.There’s Liverpool chat, Anfield directors’ box madness, iconic songs making their way into movies, and a reminder that football - just like life - can turn on one tiny moment. Plus, awkward hotel goodbyes, junket disasters, and proof that ball boys are officially on one.As always, let us know in the comments - what’s your biggest sliding doors moment?00:00 - Hotel room chaos and setting the scene02:10 - Crouchy’s “ultra-professional” car collection story04:45 - Why golf is boring… until it isn’t06:05 - Watford vs Millwall and the ball boy disaster08:00 - AFCON final madness and towel-gate10:30 - Introducing John Bishop13:45 - How a film about John Bishop even happened16:25 - Bradley Cooper gets involved18:45 - How true the film is to John’s real life20:05 - John Bishop vs the England dressing room24:10 - The art of winning a hostile crowd26:40 - Growing up a Liverpool fan30:15 - Sitting in the Anfield directors’ box33:30 - The Liverpool song moment in the film40:05 - Istanbul, missed finals and sliding doors46:20 - Could John Bishop do stand-up for England again?49:10 - Awkward goodbyes and junket chaos51:40 - Butterfly effects and career-defining momentsThis episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at www.theaa.com/Crouch T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/bestFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris dive headfirst into the magic — and madness — of the FA Cup. Fresh off an unforgettable third round, the lads break down one of the greatest underdog stories you’ll ever hear, as non-league Macclesfield stun Crystal Palace and remind everyone why this competition still matters.Crouchy opens up about why these moments genuinely move him, sharing his love for the underdog and why football stories like this never lose their power. We hear firsthand from FA Cup hero Sam Heathcote — a PE teacher by day — as he joins the pod straight from the car en route to his next game, still buzzing from the biggest moment of his life.Elsewhere, the conversation turns darker as the lads unpack the brutal realities of the January transfer window. Sids delivers a painfully honest story about a training-ground moment that changed everything, revealing just how quickly confidence, careers, and clubs can turn… From muddy six-yard boxes to that infamous line — “we won’t stop you” — this episode has it all.FA Cup magic, transfer trauma, darts obsession, Spanish songs, and absolute chaos. This is football in all its glory.00:00 - Welcome back, energy and settling in03:42 - Crouchy’s holiday glow and chaotic catch-up06:40 - Back in the studio and the pod’s evolving setup09:27 - FA Cup third-round draw reactions10:16 - The Macclesfield vs Palace shock explained12:14 - Why non-league FA Cup stories hit harder14:57 - Calling FA Cup hero Sam Heathcote and teammates live18:00 - A PE teacher by day, giant-killer by night21:35 - Was there belief before the upset?24:00 - The aftermath: celebrations, chaos and reality26:30 - Coming down from the FA Cup emotional high29:23 - FA Cup fallout and Tottenham reaction32:10 - Sidwell’s January transfer experiences36:54 - The training-ground moment that changed everything39:06 - “I’ve never felt so degraded” — career crossroads42:10 - The phrase players fear: “We won’t stop you”46:30 - Why January transfers mess with your head47:20 - Paddy Power segment53:40 - Will the heat affect our World Cup?58:40 - Final reflections on FA Cup magic and January realityFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New year, same chaos. Crouchy's dialling in from Dubai, Sid’s gone full flamenco, and Chris is still reeling from missing the greatest night in Ally Pally history.In this episode, the boys catch up post-Christmas and somehow end up covering robot massages, dodgy gift-giving, Sidwell’s ambition to become a Spanish guitar-playing Gypsy King, and whether the pod should launch a residency at Finsbury Park.Crouchy talks us through meeting Ronaldo at the World Sports Summit (yes, that Ronaldo), putting the podcast on the global stage, and why there’s a very real chance we could become PSG’s shirt sponsor.There’s also a very passionate rant about the FA Cup, a long-overdue roasting of Tottenham’s home form, and Chris has an existential breakdown over kids dressing as referees for Christmas.Darts. Destiny. Desmonds. Let’s go."00:00 – Welcome back: robot hands, bad presents & Sid’s groans04:30 – Sidwell's musical ambitions: Finsbury Park warm-up act?05:00 – Crouchy’s Busted moment at the O2 (yes, really)10:00 – Ronaldo finally meets his hero (kind of)20:00 – Pod in Paris? Crouchy makes big moves in Dubai25:00 – “You’ve put us on the world stage”33:00 – Chris’s extreme darts FOMO34:00 – Sidwell tips the bar staff: total Ally Pally carnage38:00 – Darts of Destiny: £5K, nine darts and one Curtis53:30 – FA Cup fever: Crouchy’s rallying cry1:07:00 – The game’s gone: kids with VAR screens for Christmas1:08:30 – Are referees becoming influencers now?1:10:00 – Ref talk, tights, and a gladiator future1:42:00 – The annual missionary predictions: Spurs v Villa1:56:00 – Dubai days & Crouchy’s global glow-up1:59:00 – Arsenal, Wrexham and third-round mayhem Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this New Year’s special episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris kick back with a relaxed end-of-year pod with listener messages, reflections on a huge year, and absolutely no pressure… until bowling enters the conversation.The lads look back on some unforgettable podcast moments, react to thoughtful listener questions about football pressure, injuries, and dressing room dynamics, and share a genuinely moving message about prostate health awareness.Then, in true Crouchy fashion, things take a sharp turn as a simple listener question sparks a full-blown debate about ten-pin bowling.Is a perfect bowling game harder than a hole-in-one? Why does everyone think they’re better at bowling than they actually are? What’s the most embarrassing thing you can do on a bowling date — and when did bowling shoes quietly disappear forever?It’s light-hearted, nostalgic, unexpectedly philosophical, and the perfect way to see in the New Year with the pod.Happy New Year from the lads — and yes, most of the episode really does end up being about bowling.  00:00 - New Year’s Eve pod begins & relaxed holiday vibes01:02 - Reflecting on podcast highlights from the year02:05 - Wild journey home stories & “investment opportunities” tease03:29 - Listener question: are managers hiding injuries?04:16 - Emotional prostate health message from a listener05:27 - Can players really fake injuries? Dressing room reality06:46 - Playing through illness & injections in football08:10 - Listener sparks the bowling debate: how hard is a perfect game?09:24 - Is a hole-in-one actually easier than bowling 300?11:21 - Worst possible bowling behaviour on a date12:41 - Why getting a strike is still somehow awkward14:04 - The mystery of bowling shoes disappearing16:15 - Where do bowling pins actually go?18:20 - The embarrassment of owning a bowling ball20:00 - Realising the whole episode became about bowling20:26 - Happy New Year & Darts of Destiny intro21:19 - Darts of Destiny finale dramaFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s Christmas special of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris fully embrace the festive spirit — with a twist only football could provide. Forget the traditional nativity, because the lads bring you a football-themed retelling of the Christmas story, featuring familiar faces like Mary Earps, Angel Di Maria, Dean Windass, Peter Schmeichel, and a baby Gabriel Jesus born not in Bethlehem… but firmly in football folklore.With festive jumpers on, beers flowing, and absolutely no attempt to take things seriously, Crouchy leads the lads through a chaotic, laugh-out-loud Christmas tale that somehow manages to celebrate football heritage and the true meaning of Christmas all at once. There’s donkey impressions, questionable accents, proud dad moments, and just enough sentimentality to remind everyone what the season is all about.To round things off, the Darts of Destiny makes its Christmas return, with league points, pressure throws, and big regrets on the line — all in support of a brilliant cause.Merry Christmas from all of us at That Peter Crouch Podcast 🎄⚽Chumbawamba 00:00 - Festive jumpers, beers & Christmas vibes01:29 - Christmas Eve traditions & pub confessions02:50 - “The true meaning of Christmas” football-style03:32 - Introducing the football Nativity story03:45 - The Nativity begins: Mary Earps & Joseph Cole04:15 - Angel Di Maria delivers the big news05:03 - King Ledley’s decree & the journey begins05:42 - Dean Windass enters as the donkey06:33 - No room at the inn… Manuel Neuer says no07:10 - Peter Schmeichel offers the stable07:56 - Gabriel Jesus is born in the Nicky Banger08:35 - Shepherds receive the heavenly announcement09:17 - The Three Kings arrive with gifts09:47 - “What Christmas is all about”10:26 - Proud dad energy & jumper appreciation12:44 - Darts of Destiny returnsFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris are joined by a former teammate - with spells at Arsenal, Liverpool, Stoke and Portsmouth (as well as being a long-time friend of the pod!) winger Jermaine Pennant for one of the most honest and equally hilarious conversations the pod has ever had.Jermaine opens up about being labelled “wasted talent”, growing up with zero structure, and how a late ADHD diagnosis finally helped him understand the chaos, impulsive decisions and moments that defined his career. From becoming a £2m teenager at Arsenal to playing in a Champions League final with Liverpool, Pennant reflects on the highs, the lows, and the managers who either got the best out of him — or completely missed the mark.The lads also dig into dressing-room dynamics, the importance of man-management, why Steve Bruce got it right, why Rafa Benítez didn’t, and how football ultimately became Jermaine’s escape from childhood trauma. There are laugh-out-loud stories (including one unforgettable pair of Liverpool boots), emotional moments, and a powerful reminder that success isn’t always as simple as trophies and appearances.Plus, we’ve got darts chaos, Christmas plans, league twists and classic Crouchy tangents.As always — get involved in the comments. 🎯⚽Chumbawamba 00:00 – Welcome back & Sids’ birthday chaos02:45 – Four-day celebrations and golf madness05:12 – Christmas elves, parenting panic & festive pressure08:01 – Lingerie shopping: why men shouldn’t attempt it11:04 – Premier League predictions fallout13:18 – Sunderland sh*thousery & relegation worries15:42 – Christmas football, darts & festive fancy dress fears18:28 – Darts of Destiny explained20:41 – Jermaine Pennant joins the podcast22:06 – Life after football & media work24:38 – Pennant opens up on ADHD diagnosis27:12 – Understanding past mistakes through ADHD29:44 – Football as an escape from childhood trauma32:18 – Signing for Arsenal at 15 with zero structure35:01 – Unreal talent in the Arsenal youth setup38:22 – Why Pennant thrived when he was playing41:04 – Steve Bruce vs Rafa Benítez: man-management clash44:06 – Liverpool dressing room stories & boot chaos47:12 – Champions League final regrets50:01 – Turning down Everton to chase Liverpool dream53:18 – Birmingham relegation & waiting for the big move56:02 – Why first spells at clubs were always the best59:14 – What managers misunderstood about Pennant1:03:22 – Redefining success, legacy & self-acceptance1:07:48 – Jermaine Pennant wraps up & farewells1:09:30 – Darts of Destiny challenge begins1:11:52 – Chris’ pressure & final darts reactionsFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris dive head-first into the biggest football flashpoint of the weekend — Mohamed Salah’s explosive post-match comments.The lads break down exactly what he said, what he meant, and why this moment could signal a major turning point in his relationship with Liverpool. From dressing-room dynamics to how senior players should handle being benched.The boys also react to the World Cup 2026 group draw, sharing their early predictions, fears, and inevitable chaos ahead of the tournament. There’s also an emotional fan-gift reveal, nostalgic tales of Jose Enrique’s shoes, surprise cameos from a dubiously named road, and a proper Premier League roundup including Arsenal-Villa madness, Chelsea-Everton history, Palace-City patterns, and more.What do you make of Salah’s interview? And how are we feeling about England’s route to 2026?Also, please let us know what YOU’D like us to do for the World Cup down in the comments, or via our socials below!Chumbawamba 00:00 – Cold open & subscribe push 03:00 – Jingle Bell Ball stories & backstage chaos 06:00 – Fan gifts, Jose Enrique’s shoes talk returns 08:20 – First deep dive into Salah’s controversial interview 10:40 – Salah press-officer moment & grainy clip discussion 13:15 – Arsenal/Villa reaction + Crouchy in the crowd chaos 15:50 – Lando Norris shoutout & superstition around the pod 17:40 – Predictions scoreboard argument + maths accusations 19:30 – Chelsea vs Everton preview & stat shock of 1994 drought 22:45 – “Five” / CrouchFest music segment25:00 – Palace vs Man City history & Townsend volley memories 27:10 – Haier sponsorship29:40 – World Cup draw production chaos & Donald Trump’s cameo 32:00 – Kickoff times controversy & USA trip ideas (road trip?) 35:00 – Tailgating, BBQ on tour & “rubbing your meat across America” 40:00 – England’s group, early confidence, and knockout path chat 45:00 – Which nations could surprise? Outsider picks debated 50:30 – Heat in North America & players suffering—historic Ireland stories return 55:00 – Substitutes in the dressing room due to heat?! 58:00 – Emotional listener email (Hayley) + Crouchy sorts darts tickets (feel-good ending)Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads are joined by musician, Liverpool fan and long-time friend of the pod Miles Kane for an episode full of nostalgia, chaos and unbelievable storytelling. From the early days knocking about in Belsize Park to creating his brand-new album Sunlight in the Shadows with Dan Auerbach of the Black Keys, Miles lifts the lid on the madness, the music and the moments that shaped him.We get into FIFA soundtracks, Sky Sports montages and why football and music share the same obsessive mindset. Miles also tells the incredible story of how his childhood hero Roberto Baggio inspired one of his most emotional tracks — and how that song led him all the way to Baggio’s house in Italy for one of the most surreal lunches of his life.There’s backstage mayhem with Arctic Monkeys, broken ribs in five-a-side, fashion eras gone wrong, and a whole lot of love for the city of Liverpool. It’s a proper journey through the highs, the lessons and the moments that stay with you forever.Chumbawamba 00:00 – Blockbuster nostalgia & video shop memories04:00 – VHS rentals, Soho shops & Warhammer confusion06:00 – Crouchy’s weekend: Andy Carroll hat trick & The Greatest Showman08:11 – Tribute to Billy Bonds & West Ham memories09:37 – Predictions league: Sid pulls away11:49 – Palace V United reaction & Amorim tunnel reaction12:02 – Leeds v Liverpool preview (Paddy Power’s Big Weekend)14:33 – Are Liverpool turning a corner?18:24 – Bet builder decisions & odds boost20:26 – Brighton v Villa preview & the ‘horny draw’ debate22:31 – Sponsored segment (Haier) & discount code24:33 – Miles Kane arrives on the pod25:27 – Recording the new album in Nashville with Dan Auerbach31:06 – The Roberto Baggio song story begins34:01 – Miles meets Baggio in Italy37:10 – The aftermath: calling his mum & crying in the car41:05 – Arctic Monkeys Roundhouse story & mid-gig cameo44:13 – Why Miles quit five-a-side after breaking ribs & elbows54:00 – Gig crowds, global touring & life post-album release01:00:25 – The live musical performance & reaction from the lads 01:10:15 – Susie Dent breaks down the surname origin ‘Tancock’ 01:14:41 – Listener message: she becomes “Mrs Corner” & the lads lose itFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris and Sids sit down with Joe Cole, former England international, Premier League winner and Champions League finalist, to dive into the untold stories behind his new book Luxury Player.The lads get stuck into Joe’s early rise as a teenage sensation, the madness of being splashed across the papers at 15, and how fame shaped him long before he stepped onto a Premier League pitch. Joe opens up about the pressure, the jealousy, the misconceptions, and how he found his way through it.The conversation also takes us inside Chelsea during the Mourinho revolution — the moment Joe realised everything had changed, what training was really like under Jose, and how that era set the foundations for years of dominance. There’s plenty of England nostalgia too: World Cups, quarter-finals, dressing room pranks, and the gut-punch reality of injuries cutting short international dreams.It’s honest, funny, nostalgic and full of elite-level insight — a proper football chat with one of the game’s most naturally gifted players. And yes, there’s tales wine-tasting chaos, mascot scandals, and insight into a black cab driver giving massages at Chelsea… Strap in.Chumbawamba 00:00 — Crouchy opens the pod01:15 — Crouchy, Carragher & Roy Keane at Football For Change03:45 — Roy Keane art gallery story05:00 — Richarlison goal & prediction chaos09:50 — Hole-in-one vs 147 debate15:30 — Arsenal vs Chelsea predictions20:50 — FA Cup memories & Haier ad read22:40 — Introducing Joe Cole23:30 — Nick Collins falling-off-ladder clip25:55 — Joe’s Sunday Brunch wine-tasting disaster32:10 — Reconstructing memories for the book33:50 — Being on the front page at 1535:15 — Teacher mocking Joe about money36:10 — Being a target at away grounds43:00 — Joe’s dad turning down Sir Alex’s mascot invite45:30 — West Ham principles & giving tickets away53:00 — Discussion about “Luxury Player” label01:03:50 — Desailly & the World Cup at Chelsea01:04:20 — Mourinho arrives & changes everything01:21:00 — England heartbreak & final reflectionsFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads sit down with Premier League and England goalkeeping legend Joe Hart for an unbelievably honest, funny and revealing chat about the wildest moments of his career. From the chaotic early days at Manchester City and their takeover era, to the surreal Aguero title-winner scenes, Joe takes us inside the dressing room, the pressure, and the mentality of surviving as a top-level No.1.He opens up on the brutal moment Pep Guardiola told him he wasn’t part of the new City vision, the emotional rollercoaster of being England’s first-choice keeper, and the madness of shooting sessions with Beckham, Rooney, Gerrard, Lampard and Crouchy himself. The lads also go deep on team culture, loans, being replaced, punditry life, and even why goalkeepers should be allowed to wear hats again.And of course, there are stories from the 2010 World Cup dartboard battles, arguments with Declan Rice, and Joe’s new extreme-challenge podcast. Let us know in the comments — what would YOU have done in Joe’s position when Pep arrived?Chumbawamba 00:00 – England negativity & international break chat 00:08:58 – Joe Hart introduced; 2010 World Cup darts stories 00:13:36 – Quick-fire round: stadiums, managers & teammates 00:18:34 – Goalkeeper hats, towels & old-school traditions 00:36:02 – The Man City takeover & Robinho signing shock 00:37:24 – Loan to Birmingham; rivalry with Shay Given 00:38:02 – Paddy Power’s Big Weekend Fixture and predictions break00:45:16 – Becoming City No.1 with Shay Given on the bench 00:51:14 – Pep Guardiola arrives & drops Joe Hart 00:52:53 – Joe explains talking with Pep afterwards 00:54:40 – Aguero moment & iconic celebration behind the scenes 00:59:30 – Title-winning night & surreal Man United awards 01:01:19 – Being England No.1 & dealing with constant changes 01:05:41 – England shooting sessions with elite attackers 01:23:48 – Working on Match of the Day as a pundit 01:25:39 – Joe Hart’s new podcast & the “mind over everything” conceptFollow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA For more Peter Crouch: Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch For more Chris Stark Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_StarkInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/For more Steve Sidwell Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14 #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.