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Football Book Club

The Football Book Club
Football
Football Book Club
Newcastle United
Ian Rush
Barry Fry
David Batty
Sex
Football Autobiographies
Alan Shearer
Steve Bruce
Mickey Quinn
Darren Anderton
Liverpool
Taskmaster
Football League
Football Clichés
Watford
Football Culture
Tottenham Hotspur
The Upshot

Like your books less Dickens, more Dickov? Football Book Club gets stuck into the true classics of the literary world - footballers’ autobiographies. As recommended by BBC Five Live, The Athletic, The Sunday Times and named one of Esquire's best comedy podcasts around right now. Described as “pretty funny” by Darren Huckerby.

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This week we're thinking OUTSIDE the box, with goalkeeping God and, apparently, part-time life coach Brad Friedel! Thanks to a book we've never read the likes of before - his incredibly LinkedIn coded, 2009 autobiography 'Thinking Outside The Box'.

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Listener Nina has sent us in a book that, even after 96 episodes, we've never seen the likes of before. 'Over The Moon' - a collection of 90s football poems written by some of the greatest players of their generation, including Gazza, Gordon Banks, J... more

It's time to celebrate everyone's favourite era of modern history - noughties Everton under David Moyes. And who better to guide us through it than Toffees hero and midfield mastermind, Leon Osman? Courtesy of his 2015 book 'Ossie: My Autobiography'.... more

This week we're reading Arsenal's Invincibles hero, former Germany number 1 and genuine madman, Jens Lehmann's poorly translated book 'The Madness Is On The Pitch'. Featuring Jens on Emmanuel Eboué, his heated rivalry with Oliver Kahn, and the not ve... more

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Recent Guests

Brad Friedel
Legendary goalkeeper and author of Thinking Outside The Box
Brad Friedel (author)
Episode: 'Thinking Outside The Box' with Brad Friedel
James Bougen
Guest reader
Episode: Leon Osman's 'Ossie: My Autobiography'
Tash Frisco
Guest reader
Episode: Leon Osman's 'Ossie: My Autobiography'
Jack Bernhardt
Guest reader
Episode: Leon Osman's 'Ossie: My Autobiography'
Ben Partridge
Beef and Dairy Network creator; participant in this episode
Beef and Dairy Network / Three Bean Salad
Episode: The Alan Brazil Trilogy Pt. 2: 'Both Barrels From Brazil' (ft. Ben Partridge)
Adam Clery
Football analyst and Newcastle super fan
The Independent
Episode: David Batty's brilliantly bizarre 'My Autobiography' ft. Adam Clery
Dave Walker
One third of the brilliant football cliches podcast
Football Clichés
Episode: Sex, goals & TGI Friday's: Mick Quinn's 'Who Ate All the Pies' ft. Football Clichés David Walker
Mickey Quinn
Ex-Newcastle cult hero and author of 'Who Ate All The Pies'
Episode: Sex, goals & TGI Friday's: Mick Quinn's 'Who Ate All the Pies' ft. Football Clichés David Walker
Rhys James
Fellow Spurs fan and guest on the show
Episode: FBC Classics: David Ginola Holds A Séance

Hosts

James Bugg
Primary host; performs comedic, conversational analysis of football memoirs.
Jack Bernhardt
Co-host on classics edition; adds context from football literature.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 140 ratings
  • Giggling

    If I wanted to listen to 4 people do nothing but laugh into a microphone I’d watch a sitcom from the 90s.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ingrid8503
    United Statesa year ago
  • Never fails to disappoint

    Been listening for a while, huge fan of the show and glad to have it back. Great contrast to normal football podcast content, and a funny insight into the mundane (or not so in some cases), lives of footballers.

    Keep it going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    irishdave1989
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • It’s So Funny… Please rethink your sponsors

    I have just binged 5 eps in one day. It’s so cheerful, interesting and funny… Edit; disappointed by the betting advertisements. It’s an addiction that bankrupts vulnerable people, and tears their families apart. Please rethink your sponsors.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Pandini
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • I laughed a whole lot

    Great hosts and concept, worth a ear kick-about

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jwigwigwigwiggles69
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • It’s So Funny… Please rethink your sponsors

    I have just binged 5 eps in one day. It’s so cheerful, interesting and funny…

    Edit; disappointed by the betting advertisements. It’s an addiction that bankrupts people and ruins families. These companies prey upon vulnerable people for quick serotonin fixes. Please rethink your sponsors.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Pandini
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Insightful mix of humor and literary discussion
Fans love the banter and deep dives into obscure memoirs
Guests bring diverse perspectives from football and media
Some listeners want more depth on subjects and fewer direct author appearances

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#134
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#151
Singapore/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#168
Russia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#188
India/Sports/Soccer

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Sex, goals & TGI Friday's: Mick Quinn's 'Who Ate All the Pies' ft. Football Clichés David Walker
Q: How do you feel about the mention of Watford in the book?
Was disappointed that it only received a few pages but understood the context of his short stay.
Sex, goals & TGI Friday's: Mick Quinn's 'Who Ate All the Pies' ft. Football Clichés David Walker
Q: What did you think of Mickey Quinn's autobiography?
It was more enjoyable than expected, with surprising honesty about his life.
Luke Chadwick on Man United, mental health & his new book 'Not Just A Pretty Face'
Q: How did you deal with public scrutiny during your career?
He mentioned feeling a sense of helplessness and embarrassment when faced with negative comments on TV but later gained clarity about himself.
Luke Chadwick on Man United, mental health & his new book 'Not Just A Pretty Face'
Q: What prompted you to write your autobiography?
Chadwick discussed how it started with a contact from his ghostwriter, leading to a therapeutic process of reflecting on his life.
FBC v Career We Go: Gary Lineker's 96/97 Soccer Quiz Book
Q: Who was Channel 4's pervy racing pundit who supports Newcastle United?
The pundit is John McCririck.

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What is Football Book Club about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A witty panel format focuses on footballers' autobiographies, blending humorous banter with deep dives into the stories behind the players. Episodes mix affectionate nostalgia with sharp critique, often featuring rotating guests and quizzes that spark lively debate about famous careers, behind-the-scenes moments, and the quirks of football culture. Notable strengths include strong chemistry among hosts, a knack for turning obscure memoirs into entertaining discussions, and frequent guest appearances from writers, pundits, and ex-players. The show stands out for its playful tone, accessible analysis, and ability to make football literature feel fresh and funny for a broad audience.

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3. The Totally Football Show with James Richardson
4. The Price of Football
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Football Book Club launched 7 years ago and published 108 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Football Book Club include:

1. Brad Friedel
2. James Bougen
3. Tash Frisco
4. Jack Bernhardt
5. Ben Partridge
6. Adam Clery
7. Dave Walker
8. Mickey Quinn

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