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Sport's Strangest Crimes

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When sport collides with true crime.

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Latest Episodes

medium: As Richards alleges blood cheating is rife, Williams has a difficult return to rugby.

Long: With the full Bloodgate scandal now exposed, rugby enters a period of soul-searching.

Fallen Harlequins coach Dean Richards makes allegations that b... more

Bloodgate is big news - and it’s about to get even bigger…

Dean Richards’ resignation has thrust Bloodgate onto the front and back pages - but details of the cover-ups remain outside the public domain.

That’s until Paul Kelso, sports news correspon... more

After receiving his 12-month ban, Tom Williams faces pressure from the club and his team-mates as he considers blowing the whistle on the Bloodgate plot.

We hear about secret meetings between Tom and the club’s board and horse-trading over what lev... more

Gripping testimony from the Harlequins dressing-room as Tom Williams persuades club doctor Wendy Chapman to help cover up his act of cheating.

But when new footage emerges of Tom appearing to chew on a fake blood capsule, European Rugby prosecutors ... more

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Recent Guests

Moira Gordon
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Episode: Introducing……Romanov: Czar of Hearts
Craig Levine
Former Hearts captain and manager who discusses club finances
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Charlie Mann
Romanov's spokesperson provides context on Romanov's character
Episode: Introducing……Romanov: Czar of Hearts
Luthoris Varnavichas
Acquaintance of Romanov who provides background on his business dealings
Episode: Introducing……Romanov: Czar of Hearts
Sergius Fedotovas
Romanov's right-hand man discussing Romanov's business and football interests
Episode: Introducing……Romanov: Czar of Hearts
Lord George Fuchs
Former chairman discussing his role during Romanov's takeover
Episode: Introducing……Romanov: Czar of Hearts
Brian McLaughlin
BBC correspondent providing insights on the significance of Romanov's involvement
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Brett Forrest
Investigative reporter and author of 'The Big Fix' about match fixing
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: 4. Taking over the League
Sarah Johnson
Probation officer assisting Anthony Curcio
Episode: 8. Coach Anthony

Hosts

Moses Swaibu
Host sharing his narratives on match-fixing and various sporting scandals, bringing personal insights into the compromises faced in professional football.
Maisie Adam
Host discussing sports crimes with a focus on bringing out the human stories behind the incidents, effectively blending humor and serious topics.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 751 ratings
  • alright

    Idk some of the seasons are amazing and im questioning how these stories are real and other ones it’s just rly bad and im questioning why these are coming to me 😭😭😔 like y do i need to know this ? 🤨 sorry not gr8 review 🫶🏻🤓😰 x

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ~😘ฅ
    United Kingdom9 days ago
  • Great sub just let down by narrator

    Difficult to listen to due to Ross Kemp sensationalising every other word and speaking slowly to drag out his lines. Also, he needs advising on how to pronounce Harlequins.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Tha Bosh
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Sports Strangest Crimes

    Very hit and miss - 3/6 series has an unholy amount of view time from me (I probably spent the best of my questionable tweenhood on this podcast instead of indulgeing in some kind of tedious subject like MaThMaTiCs or a video game - no third party reference). Others are mediocre or truly bad.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    IAteADishwasherTablet
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Really enjoying this. The change of presenter for each series is great and they are very I

    Informative and easy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kitmeister
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Missed Opportunity

    This could have been so much more under the skilful management of a professional journalist!

    The podcast is overly sympathetic toward Swaibu, and the chosen interviewer, bizarrely Troy Deeney, is more interested in talking about himself than examining a hugely important issue for Football.

    If you want to listen to an 8 episode love-in between Swaibu and Deeney then this is the podcast for you. If you want to listen to an in-depth exposé of match fixing at the heart of British football then mo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Derek210362
    United Kingdom7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many praise the hosts for their authenticity and ability to articulate complex issues, particularly in the context of personal experiences in sports and crime.
There have been mixed feelings regarding the pacing and editing quality, with some critiques indicating it could benefit from tighter narratives.
Listeners appreciate the insightful storytelling and revelatory content regarding the darker sides of sports, expressing intrigue over the personal accounts shared by hosts.

Chart Rankings

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

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#208
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#19
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#246
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#82
Australia/Sports
Spotify
#183
Ireland/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#52
Ireland/Top Podcasts

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7. An Unhappy Ending
Q: Do you believe in the innocence of Aminatta Diallo?
The circumstances of the attack leave many baffled with varying opinions on Diallo's involvement.
1. Sleep with the Money
Q: Can I make a statement?
You want to come to this meeting tomorrow, but we need five. There's you, who are going to be the other three.
1. Sleep with the Money
Q: Why didn't that work out for you?
I weighed 70kg as a centre-half and struggled with putting on weight and was out of my depth physically in training.
1. Sleep with the Money
Q: So I think it's important to understand how you got into football.
I remember my house was one of the first households that had a TV, and I watched Match of the Day, and that inspired me to get into football.
1. Sleep with the Money
Q: How honest are you going to be with me?
I'm going to be 100% honest.

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A compelling exploration of the intersection between sports and crime, highlighting the darker stories that can emerge from the world of athletics. From match-fixing scandals to violent incidents involving athletes, the episodes present personal accounts and in-depth analysis that reveal the moral complexities and consequences surrounding these true crime narratives. Notably, the discussions feature real-life experiences from former players and insiders, offering listeners a raw and authentic perspective on how crime can infiltrate the sporting arena, along with its lasting impacts on the players involved, the sports community, and fans alike.

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2. Craig Levine
3. Charlie Mann
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6. Lord George Fuchs
7. Brian McLaughlin
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