Media Analysis

Adam Hurrey is joined on the Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: the tense early exchanges of Dave's parenthood, Peter Drury resorting to the L-word at the Emirates on Saturday, Max Dowman's World Cup clamour rating, the use of the word "donk" on Match of the Day, the media's gleeful pursuit of an ever-willing Harry Redknapp, some archive Jonathan Pearce audio, Bodo/Glimt's 2025/26 residency in dreamland, great physicist's names in UEFA Conference League scoreboards and the national panic over English sides' struggles in the Champions League knockouts. Meanwhile, the pod announces the new Happy Hunting Grounds daily quiz game, which is available to play at games.footballcliches.com Sign up for Dreamland, the members-only Football Clichés experience, to access our exclusive new show and much more: https://dreamland.footballcliches.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Hurrey is joined on the Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: whether the Premier League title race can be "blown open" after seven games, some tantalising punditspeak in the stands at Old Trafford, Martin Keown mixes up his sporting terminology, Nick Woltemade’s never-before-seen penalty, experimental football chat on the Rest is History, Ange Postecoglou starts a media war he simply won't win and some gloriously pointless stats. Meanwhile, the panel fact-checks Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink's football-themed Strictly chat and decides the point at which a player becomes a "former international". Sign up for Dreamland, the new members-only Football Clichés experience, to access our exclusive new show and much more: https://dreamland.footballcliches.com The Football Clichés Live tour has begun - get your tickets here: https://tickets.footballcliches.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Hurrey is joined on the midweek Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: the definitive ruling on which David Brent sound was made by Jon Champion, fact-checking Ally McCoist's enthusiasm, Jose Mourinho going through the motions on his latest return to Stamford Bridge, Team Europe's excruciating Ryder Cup chant performance, footballing "goldfish bowls" and a long-awaited return for the godfather of football idioms. Meanwhile, the panel pit some incredulous rants by Martin O'Neill and Jamie O'Hara against each other. Sign up for Dreamland, the members-only Football Clichés experience, to access our exclusive new show and much more: https://dreamland.footballcliches.com Get your ticket for the Football Clichés Live tour, which starts next week: https://tickets.footballcliches.com Visit nordvpn.com/cliches to get four extra months on a two-year plan with NordVPN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Hurrey is joined on the midweek Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: Dave's subliminal, accidental Andy Gray impression, a massively overdone Champions League scene-setting montage from Amazon Prime Video, Jose Mourinho’s last remaining elite quality is brought into question, inadvertent footballers’ names in wrestling podcasts and typically tuneless American deployments of self-deprecating football chants. Meanwhile, the panel enjoy the obsessive football undertakings of a listener cross-referencing players' initials with UK postcodes and a one-man TikTok operation to shut down factually inaccurate footballer anecdotes. Sign up for Dreamland, the new members-only Football Clichés experience, to access our exclusive new show and much more: https://dreamland.footballcliches.com Get your ticket for the Football Clichés Live tour next month: https://tickets.footballcliches.com Visit nordvpn.com/cliches to get four extra months on a two-year plan with NordVPN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rog welcomes USMNT legend Clint Dempsey to the Men in Blazers Media Network with his all-new show “The Deuce”, where Clint will break down anything and everything US Men’s National Team ahead of the 2026 World Cup on home turf. In this first episode, Clint talks about his desire to become the voice of American soccer, his passion to compete for his country, shares his analysis about the USMNT as they gear up for the Gold Cup and what they need to do in order to succeed. As one of the faces of American soccer, Clint will be the host of a series of live shows, match reactions and podcasts covering all things US Soccer leading up to the World Cup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to The Fan Debate, brought to you by Sky Bet! In this episode, Jamie Carragher and Paul Scholes reflect on their journeys into punditry. Scholes discusses his unexpected entry into the industry, while Carragher explains why he prefers the high-pressure environment of co-commentary over studio analysis. The duo also talks about the criticisms they've faced along the way, and reveal their on-air regrets! The pair also touch on the impact of social media and how they deal with online backlash. Plus, find out why Jamie never went into coaching - despite giving it a try towards the end of his playing career. This show is sponsored by Trainline. With Trainline, you won't score cheaper same-day tickets anywhere else, or we'll refund the difference! Book now at https://www.thetrainline.com If you're enjoying The Overlap Fan Debate, please hit subscribe to never miss an episode, and consider leaving us a five-star review to help others discover the show. Thank you for listening! 00:00 Promo 00:56 Transition From Player to Pundit 05:50 Is there a bias when Co-Commentating your team? 10:12 Player Reactions and Backlash 17:30 Do Jamie and Paul Have Any Regrets? 22:26 Advice for Retiring Players 27:47 How Have Things Changed Since Jamie and Paul Played? 29:28 Challenges for Female Commentators 30:59 Handling Criticism in Punditry 32:20 Insight into Dressing Room Reactions 35:00 The Importance of Detailed Analysis 38:31 Preparation for Monday Night Football 41:42 Why Jamie Didn't Pursue Coaching 43:23 Dealing with Media Misrepresentation 50:43 Balancing Tough Interviews 52:09 Favourite Snacks During Punditry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Hurrey is joined by David Walker and Nick Miller for the Adjudication Panel. The agenda includes: Guy Mowbray slips back into footballspeak on Gladiators, some free-kick technique on Coronation Street, the use of "over to you" in Premier League title races, a 4/10 Super Sunday promo montage, Anfield's "sucking the ball into the net" tradition turned on its head and some Keys & Gray chat that BeIN Sports didn't want us to hear... Meanwhile, the panel decide whether a goal can be "taken well" with a header and enjoy a rare, unifying crowd noise from Villa Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices