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The Football Historian Podcast

Peter Kenny Jones
Football
Liverpool FC
Liverpool
Football History
Liverpool Football Club
Premier League
Champions League
FA Cup
Everton
Comedy
Wigan Athletic
Redmen TV
Music
Tranmere Rovers
Big Brother
Hillsborough Disaster
Bill Shankly
Northern Ireland National Football Team
Jan Molby
Dortmund

The Football Historian Podcast explores the history of football by speaking to former players, people involved in the game and passionate supporters. We also run quizzes and in-depth documentary style episodes to share more weird and wonderful stories from the history of football.

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Welcome to The Football Historian Podcast, hosted by Peter Kenny Jones.

In episode 58, I’m joined by former Wigan Athletic captain Emmerson Boyce.

Best remembered for lifting the FA Cup with Wigan in 2013 after one of the greatest shocks in Wembley... more

Welcome to The Football Historian Podcast, hosted by Peter Kenny Jones.

In episode 57, Roddy Collins returns for Part Two of one of the most chaotic, honest and entertaining interviews we’ve ever recorded.

After covering his playing career in Part ... more

Neil Mellor joins The Football Historian Podcast to tell the real story behind his career at Liverpool.

From scoring 56 goals in a season to THAT moment against Arsenal, Neil opens up on life inside one of the biggest clubs in the world — including ... more

Welcome to The Football Historian Podcast, hosted by Peter Kenny Jones.

In this episode I’m joined by former footballer and manager Roddy Collins.

From meeting George Best during a trial at Fulham to his experiences in English and Irish football, R... more

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Neil Mellor
Former professional footballer who played for Liverpool, Preston North End, and other clubs; now a pundit and broadcaster
Former clubs: Liverpool, Preston North End; Pundit on LSE TV and Sky Sports
Episode: Neil Mellor: Rafa Benitez, Istanbul & Liverpool’s Hidden Truths | The Football Historian Podcast #56
Roddy Collins
Former football player and manager
Episode: Roddy Collins: “I Met George Best…” | The Football Historian Podcast #55
Jim Daly
Comedian, football fan, and football performer
Match of the Daily tour
Episode: Jim Daly: The Truth About Football Fans | The Football Historian Podcast #53
Nathan Ellington
Former professional footballer known for his time at Bristol Rovers and Wigan Athletic
Football clubs mentioned in interview
Episode: Nathan Ellington | The Football Historian Podcast | #52 (Part One)
Tyler Smith
Public figure and former contestant on The Traitors; football enthusiast with deep Liverpool heritage
The Traitors (TV show)
Episode: Tyler Smith (The Traitors) | The Football Historian Podcast | #51
Sonny Pike
Former professional footballer and Liverpool fan
Former football player
Episode: Sonny Pike | The Football Historian Podcast | #50
Paul Machin
Football analyst and commentator
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Episode: BONUS EPISODE: Will Liverpool fans hate Trent Alexander-Arnold? Fifa 05 and a chat with Paul Machin
Fionn Viteza
A football enthusiast and host of the Cultras Podcast, known for his entertaining takes on football culture.
Episode: Fionn Viteza | The Football Historian Podcast | #43
James Allen
Comedian and Podcaster
Culturas Football Podcast
Episode: James Allen | The Football Historian Podcast | #40

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Anthony Gerrard
Former professional footballer with insights into player development, coaching, and the dynamics of managing relationships with managers.
David Fairclough
Former player sharing memories from the Liverpool era, evolution of football styles, and critique of modern games.

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Neil Mellor: Rafa Benitez, Istanbul & Liverpool’s Hidden Truths | The Football Historian Podcast #56
Q: What was the transition like moving from Liverpool to West Ham on loan and then to Sunderland?
It was challenging and eye-opening; living away from family at 20, adjusting to new environments, and choosing West Ham for a better pathway to senior football, despite strong ties to Liverpool.
Neil Mellor: Rafa Benitez, Istanbul & Liverpool’s Hidden Truths | The Football Historian Podcast #56
Q: Can you describe the Istanbul day and the medal moment you mentioned?
During the celebrations, a teammate's medal was mistakenly passed around; I ended up taking an AC Milan medal, a moment I still treasure alongside memories of Stevie lifting the trophy.
Sonny Pike | The Football Historian Podcast | #50
Q: What message do you hope fans take from your story?
Don't rush success; nurture natural love for the game in kids, support them, and let them make decisions yourself rather than forcing paths—love for the game should drive everything.
Sonny Pike | The Football Historian Podcast | #50
Q: How did the pressures of fame begin to affect you?
The pressures built up as I rose, but the real turning point was embracing social media and sharing my story, which helped me process and regain perspective.
Sonny Pike | The Football Historian Podcast | #50
Q: What was your goal as a player—club or country first?
My main aim was to win the World Cup for England and also to play for Liverpool, a combination of national and club-level ambitions.

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The lineup centers on deep dives into football history through conversations with former players, coaches, and notable figures connected to the sport. Episodes mix personal career anecdotes, reflections on managers and club dynamics, and broad commentary on how football has evolved—from coaching philosophies to the psychological pressures players face. A hallmark is anchoring stories in memorable moments, clubs, and eras, then tying them to broader themes about culture, loyalty, and the changing nature of the game. Listeners who enjoy evocative storytelling, first-hand memories, and left-field perspectives on football's past will likely find this compelling. A standout characteristic is the blend of intimate, career-spanning interviews with... more

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1. Neil Mellor
2. Roddy Collins
3. Jim Daly
4. Nathan Ellington
5. Tyler Smith
6. Sonny Pike
7. Paul Machin
8. Fionn Viteza

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