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Anything but Footy

Anything but Footy
Team GB
Winter Olympics
Paris 2024
Athletics
Olympic Games
Commonwealth Games
Olympics
World Athletics Championships
Paralympics
Milano Cortina 2026
Curling
Paralympics GB
Andy Murray
Skeleton
Alpine Skiing
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
Winter Paralympics
Swimming
Rowing
Paris 2024 Olympics

The unashamedly biased Olympic & Paralympic sport podcast! "A relaxed, affable show. The hosts display wide-ranging knowledge" : The New York Times essential top six podcasts to follow for Olympics [25/07/2021] .

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Handy for Nandy? Michael has put together the most comprehenisve list of venues for the 2040s North of England Olympics and Paralympics.

The Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has instructed UK Sport to assess any potential bid for the benefits of local p... more

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Celebrating the best Winter Olympics for Team GB ever! Michael's been catching up with double Olympic champion Matt Weston and 'the boss' chef de mission Eve Muirhead at a star studded event in the West End of London.

Hear from them both on how life... more

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The International Olympic Committee says sports around their world should lift their ban on Belarus competing individually or as a national team, that's been in place since the Ukraine War started in 2022. The IOC Executive Board says athletes "shoul... more

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Olympic, World, European and Commonwealth medalist - Eilidh Doyle is Scotland's most decorated track and field athlete - but she doesn't like to mention it!

The face of the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games is now an ambassador as the Games return to... more

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Recent Guests

Adele Nicoll
Team Wales hopeful, Paralympic athlete
Wales / Team GB
Episode: #206 Team GB Celebrations & Great British Champion Retirement
Victoria Pendleton
Former Olympic cyclist and guest on a special episode
Great British Bosses (promotional tie-in)
Episode: #205 Belarus Are Back But Not Russia
Eilidh Doyle
Three-time Commonwealth Games silver medalist and ambassador for Glasgow 2026
Glasgow 2026 / Scottish Athletics
Episode: Great British Bosses - Eilidh Doyle
Sally Lockyer
CEO of Table Tennis England; head of the World Team Table Tennis Championships organizing committee
Table Tennis England
Episode: Great British Bosses - Sally Lockyer
Darren Campbell
Olympic gold medallist and three-time European champion
British athletics
Episode: #204 Birmingham 2026 Tickets & Winter Olympics catch up
Nile Wilson
Commonwealth Games multi-medallist, former gymnast
Commonwealth Games, gymnastics
Episode: #203 LA Ticket KO & Commonwealth Games
Matt Richards
Two-time Olympic champion, founder of Sponza
Sponza
Episode: Great British Bosses - Matt Richards
Siobhan Cassidy
Chair of the Boat Race Company
Boat Race Company
Episode: Great British Bosses - Siobhan Cassidy
Molly Cordery
World indoor pole vault champion, aiming to participate at Glasgow 2026
Pole Vault Athlete
Episode: Glasgow 2026 4 Months To Go!

Hosts

Michael
Host with a broad background in Olympic/Paralympic sports and media, frequently driving expert discussion and interview segments.
Jon
Co-host providing on-the-ground reporting and analysis, often guiding interview content and audience questions.
John
Interviewer/host contributing to on-site segments and guest discussions, adds historical and contextual depth.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • General

    To much padding of complete nonsense stick to the story on the ice or snow. Really not interested in your pizza

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Morphine!’
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Lizzie Bentley Bowers

    Grateful for the recommendation to listen to this brilliant episode interviewing David Grevemberg, CEO of the Commonwealth Games. Interesting, inspiring and thought provoking responses arising from the quality of the questions-I’ve taken so much from this! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lwordsy
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Volleyball podcast

    Throughly enjoyed this great guest really interesting with a great backstory

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TommyStozza
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Brilliant sports podcast

    Really enjoy this podcast. Not only is it really informative and entraining it’s really well put together and easy to listen too. If even you are mildly interested in a wide array of sports then this is a great listen.

    I love football and was intrigued what it was all about so delighted it’s now an essential part of my listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stubar123
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Top knowledge, top notch

    If you want to give yourself a heads up to who’s who and what’s what ahead of next year’s Olympic Games and Paralympic Games, this is the podcast for you.

    John and Michael’s knowledge is second-to-none and by the end of one podcast you’ll be an enthusiast of more sports than you thought possible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CD-R ham cheese
    United Kingdom7 years ago

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Many find the coverage informative, accessible, and a dependable source for Paralympic and Olympic discussions.
Listeners praise the show for depth beyond headline sports coverage and strong guest lineups.
Guests and hosts are seen as knowledgeable, engaging, and well prepared.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#102
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#53
China/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#203
South Africa/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#241
Denmark/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Great British Bosses - Eilidh Doyle
Q: Compare carrying the flag for Scotland in 2018 to captaining the team in 2017—how do they differ and which was more special?
Carrying the flag felt easier physically, but both moments were equally meaningful; captaincy marked a team-driven recognition, while carrying the flag was a singular, historic honor, especially as the first woman to do so.
Great British Bosses - Eilidh Doyle
Q: Tell us about the Scottish team that's going to be competing at Glasgow a little bit, because I think I'm right in saying in 2016, you were the first Scottish track and field athlete to win a medal at the Olympics since 88.
The Scottish team has grown dramatically, with development across multiple generations, and there's now a stronger pipeline of medal contenders across events, shifting expectations from a lone breakthrough to a broader, sustained level of podium potential.
Great British Bosses - Sally Lockyer
Q: What makes this World Championship special besides its centenary?
It's not only the 100-year anniversary but also a moment to celebrate the sport's growth globally, the shifts in venues and fan engagement, and the potential legacy and sustainability benchmarks being set.
Great British Bosses - Sally Lockyer
Q: How many athletes are involved in the event and how is the competition structured?
About 2,000 people including delegates and coaches will come to London, with a qualification round at the Copper Box, moving through to Wembley for the last 32, and a straight knockout through the finals.
Great British Bosses - Andrew Smith
Q: What makes the Manchester Marathon special and how do you balance the needs of elite runners with mass participation?
He explains the dual appeal of elite competition and mass participation, the role of time bonuses and pathways for emerging elites, and the importance of keeping the event accessible and community-focused while pursuing growth.

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What is Anything but Footy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show delivers a focused look at Olympic and Paralympic sports with a clear emphasis on current events, athlete stories, governance, and funding. Across episodes, listeners hear thoughtful analysis of major Games, athlete journeys, and behind-the-scenes governance from UK Sport and Paralympic programs, interwoven with interviews of high-profile athletes, coaches, and organizers. The format combines in-depth conversations with practical context for industry professionals, sponsors, and fans who want informed, accessible coverage beyond traditional sports media. A notable strength is how it blends policy, performance, and human-interest stories, often featuring Paralympics GB athletes and officials, making it a strong fit for brands seeki... more

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