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Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast

shahan petrossian and Paul Whittle
Football History
World Cup
UEFA Cup
1982 World Cup
Premier League
Football
FA Cup
Italy
Everton Football Club
PSV Eindhoven
Liverpool FC
Bobby Robson
Real Madrid
England
European Cup
Diego Maradona
Serie A
Manchester United
Colombian Football
Dutch National Team

This is Shahan Petrossian from Los Angeles and Paul Whittle from Shipley in England. We discuss Football (Soccer) History usually with another invited guest.Our topics vary from discussing old issues of World Soccer, interviews and specials on national teams and any related topic about the History of the game.

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This is the 291st episode of my podcast, 'Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast’.

For this episode, I interview English Author Mr. Richard Mulligan, as we discuss his book, ‘The Heroes of Mexico 86’ (2026).

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This is the 290th episode of my podcast, 'Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast’.

For this episode, I interview Writer and Sports Historian, Dr. Mark Orton as we discuss his book ‘From Moore to Messi: A History of the Argentine National Football Team 1902-20... more

This is the 289th episode of my podcast, 'Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast’.

For this episode, I interview American Author and Journalist Mr. Michael Lewis, as we discuss his book, ‘Around the World Cup in 40 Years: An American sportwriter’s perspective... more

This is the 288th episode of my podcast, 'Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast’.

For this episode, I interview German Journalist Mr. Achim Schregle and German Football fan Mr. Torge R. as we discuss the matches of the West Germany National Team for the 1984... more

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Recent Guests

Nacho Dimari
Argentine journalist with frequent appearances discussing Argentine football history
Argentina
Episode: Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 286 (1986 World Cup, 40th Anniversary special-part 1-Memories of Frequent Guests)
José Inácio Werneck
Brazilian journalist, lawyer, interpreter, translator, writer, and triathlete
Brazil
Episode: Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 286 (1986 World Cup, 40th Anniversary special-part 1-Memories of Frequent Guests)
Gavin Buckland
English author with history in English football
England
Episode: Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 286 (1986 World Cup, 40th Anniversary special-part 1-Memories of Frequent Guests)
Achim Schregle
German journalist with history covering German football
Germany
Episode: Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 286 (1986 World Cup, 40th Anniversary special-part 1-Memories of Frequent Guests)
Richard Fitzpatrick
Irish author, football writer
Author of HH: Helenio Herrera – Football's Original Master of the Dark Arts
Episode: Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 285 (Interview with Irish Author Richard Fitzpatrick, as we discuss his book ‘HH: Helenio Herrera – Football’s Original Master of the Dark Arts’ (2026))
Steven Toplis
English podcaster, co-host of 1865: The #NFFC #PremierLeague Podcast
1865: The Nottingham Forest Podcast
Episode: Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 284 (Interview with English Podcasters Mr. Steven Toplis and Mr. Jeremy Davies of ‘1865: The #NFFC #PremierLeague Podcast’, as we discuss the Nottingham Forest FC in the decade of the 1980s.)
Jeremy Davies
English podcaster, co-host of 1865: The #NFFC #PremierLeague Podcast
1865: The Nottingham Forest Podcast
Episode: Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 284 (Interview with English Podcasters Mr. Steven Toplis and Mr. Jeremy Davies of ‘1865: The #NFFC #PremierLeague Podcast’, as we discuss the Nottingham Forest FC in the decade of the 1980s.)
Carles Lozano
Spanish economist and former Catalan city councillor, member of CFE
CFE - Centro de Investigaciones de Historia y Estadística del Fútbol Español
Episode: Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 283 (Interview with Mr. Carles Lozano of CIHEFE as we discuss FC Barcelona in the Louis Van Gaal era (1997-2000))
Luca Parrish
Writer for The Mixed Zone on Substack; former sport editor and president of The Student Edinburgh
The Mixed Zone (Substack)
Episode: Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 282 (Interview with Mr. Luca Parrish (The Mixed Zone on Substack, as we discuss UC Sampdoria in the 1980s (1982-1986))

Hosts

Shahan Petrossian
Host of Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast; focuses on football history and culture.
Paul Whittle
Co-host for special anniversary episodes and regular episodes; offers context and local perspective.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Really informative

    I always find these podcasts really informative.

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    Cresa82
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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The in-depth, historic framing of topics resonates with long-time fans.
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Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 284 (Interview with English Podcasters Mr. Steven Toplis and Mr. Jeremy Davies of ‘1865: The #NFFC #PremierLeague Podcast’, as we discuss the Nottingham Forest FC in the decade of the 1980s.)
Q: What led to the end of the Clough–Taylor partnership?
Taylor's move to Derby County to sign John Robertson without informing Clough sparked a major rift and the end of their long friendship, fundamentally changing the club's managerial dynamics.
Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 284 (Interview with English Podcasters Mr. Steven Toplis and Mr. Jeremy Davies of ‘1865: The #NFFC #PremierLeague Podcast’, as we discuss the Nottingham Forest FC in the decade of the 1980s.)
Q: What was the state of Nottingham Forest in the summer of 1980 after back-to-back European Cup wins?
The club was healthy on the pitch but facing structural changes; Clough and Taylor began refreshing the squad, with tensions around senior players and a push to invest more and grow attendances, signaling the start of a transitional period.
Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 285 (Interview with Irish Author Richard Fitzpatrick, as we discuss his book ‘HH: Helenio Herrera – Football’s Original Master of the Dark Arts’ (2026))
Q: What ultimately damaged or reinforced his legacy after Controversies like the Inter period and the Roma trial?
While scandals and accusations tainted parts of his career, his lasting legacy as the godfather of Catenaccio and a transformative but controversial figure remains, with enduring influence on coaching culture and club hierarchies.
Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 285 (Interview with Irish Author Richard Fitzpatrick, as we discuss his book ‘HH: Helenio Herrera – Football’s Original Master of the Dark Arts’ (2026))
Q: What significance did the Barcelona era have on his legacy and on the Clasico rivalry with Real Madrid?
Herrera's Barca era cemented a fierce, tactical identity and escalated the Barca-Real Madrid rivalry into a global narrative, with his personality and tactics influencing how power and success are perceived in big clubs.
Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 285 (Interview with Irish Author Richard Fitzpatrick, as we discuss his book ‘HH: Helenio Herrera – Football’s Original Master of the Dark Arts’ (2026))
Q: How did Herrera's early life shape his approach to management and his desire to be in the spotlight?
His poverty-stricken upbringing in Casablanca created a relentless drive, a desire to escape, and a belief in hard work and self-improvement; these traits translated into a commanding, attention-seeking style that valued control and media presence.

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A history-focused football podcast that centers on deep-dive interviews and narrative explorations of world football, spanning World Cup eras, club history, and regional developments. Episodes frequently feature international guests—journalists, authors, historians, and podcasters—who share archival memories, contextual analysis, and behind-the-scenes stories about teams, tournaments, and cultural moments from the game's past. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on historical context, long-form conversations with specialists, and a penchant for tying sport to broader social and political moments. The show stands out for its cohesive narrative approach, host chemistry, and selective focus on influential eras and clubs that shaped the... more

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2. José Inácio Werneck
3. Gavin Buckland
4. Achim Schregle
5. Richard Fitzpatrick
6. Steven Toplis
7. Jeremy Davies
8. Carles Lozano

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