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The Lowdown

Conor Walsh
World Football Summit
Football Coaching
Premier League
Soccerx
Saudi Arabia
Youth Development
Ben Jacobs
Elite Football
Player Development
Visual Perception
Scanning
Right To Dream
Coaching
Daniel Geey
Transfer Window
The Coerver Method
Brighton
Orlando City SC
Build the Invisible
Done Deal

The Lowdown is a football podcast giving listeners unprecedented access to the minds shaping the modern game. Each week, we sit down with the people driving football forward — from club owners and technical directors to academy heads, coaches, and broadcasters — to uncover the lessons, challenges, and stories behind their journeys.

Whether you’re a young coach, a player chasing the next step, or s... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Carsten Dohm shares lessons from over 30 years in coaching, from his earliest football memories to building a philosophy centered on developing the person before the player. He explores what it takes to produce “A+ players,” while em... more

"Is football becoming less of a spectacle?"

On his return to the show Paul McGuinness explores whether modern football is losing its creative edge, drawing on his experience developing elite players at Manchester United and working across the Premie... more

In this episode, we sit down with coach developer Russell Earnshaw, whose work spans elite environments including Liverpool FC, England Rugby, the Premier League, and New Zealand Sevens.

This conversation explores what it really means to optimize fo... more

John O’Rourke, President of the North American Irish Coaches Association, joins the show to discuss the growing influence of Irish coaches across the United States and Canada. The association’s mission is to serve, connect, and elevate Irish coaches ... more

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Recent Guests

Carsten Dohm
Football development expert and coach
Right to Dream/San Diego FC
Episode: #196 - Person before Player w/ Carsten Dohm
Paul McGuinness
Football coach with extensive experience in elite and youth development
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Episode: #195 - Under the Microscope w/ Paul McGuinness
Russell Earnshaw
Esteemed coach, coach developer, coach educator
Coach development/consultancy
Episode: #194 - The Magic of Coaching w/ Russell Earnshaw
John O'Rourke
President of the North American Irish Coaches Association (NAICA)
North American Irish Cultures Association (NAICA)
Episode: #193 - North American Irish Coaches w/ John O'Rourke
Gareth Quinn
GM of Teamworks; Kairos co-founder
Teamworks
Episode: #192 - Trust & Rapport w/ Teamworks; Gareth Quinn
Sean-Paul Murray
Director of Coach and Education for the Irish Football Association.
Irish Football Association
Episode: #191 - Designing Better Learning Environments w/ Sean-Paul Murray
Cristina Fink
Sports psychologist and former Olympian
Episode: #190 - Ruthlessly Caring w/ Cristina Fink
Martin Foyston
Football coach and former video analyst
Episode: #189 - A Coaching Journey w/ Martin Foyston
Basil More-Chevalier
Assistant Coach of Hamburg and Director of Performance, recognized as one of the youngest in his role across top European leagues.
Hamburg
Episode: #188 - Master the Paradox w/ Hamburg's Head of Performance; Basil More-Chevalier

Host

Conor Walsh
Host of The Lowdown

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Very worthwhile listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StuartHa
    Ireland5 years ago
  • Amazing podcast

    Would highly recommend this podcast to anyone wanting to learn more about the football industry or just football fans in general. Guests are always really interesting and Conor does a fantastic job in asking the right questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drew.K07
    Ireland5 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Great informative football podcast with a diverse set of guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SKL1996
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Highly recommend

    Great insight into the footballing world. Haven’t listened to a footballing podcast that goes into such detail.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pete-Mc602
    Ireland5 years ago

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Interviews feature a diverse range of guests, from coaches to leaders in football operations, making the content broadly relevant for industry professionals.
Guests are consistently insightful and well-prepared for deep-dive conversations.
The host asks sharp, practical questions that yield actionable coaching ideas.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#227
United Kingdom/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#244
France/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#132
Finland/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#174
India/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#188
Israel/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#229
Netherlands/Sports/Football

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#194 - The Magic of Coaching w/ Russell Earnshaw
Q: How do you approach learning and professional development in a highly demanding coaching environment?
He emphasizes lifelong learning, deliberate practice, and CPD as a second job, with a focus on meaningful, live experiences, mentorship, and active experimentation across multiple sports and roles.
#194 - The Magic of Coaching w/ Russell Earnshaw
Q: What sparked your passion for coaching and coaching development?
The guest describes a gradual realization sparked by helping others advance (e.g., mentoring a colleague who got a job), rather than a single defining moment; the fulfillment comes from seeing others succeed and from mentors who shaped his thinking.
#186 - Step by Step w/ Gabriel Calderon
Q: What key advice do you have for new leaders in the football industry?
Focus on developing both technical knowledge and management skills, particularly the personal aspect of working with people.
#186 - Step by Step w/ Gabriel Calderon
Q: How did your diverse cultural background shape your view of football today?
It made me very open and adaptable, understanding that different contexts play a key role in how football is experienced.
#185 - Start with Self w/ Simone Lewis
Q: What would be one bit of key advice you would leave for young leaders in sports?
Tap into your own coaching skills and believe in your potential while focusing on your strengths.

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A football-focused interview show that brings together coaches, academy heads, and sports professionals to unpack the realities of modern football development. Across episodes, guests discuss holistic player growth, education pathways, coaching methodologies, and the evolving role of technology and leadership in football operations. Notable threads include building culture in academies, balancing long-term development with short-term results, and using evidence-based approaches to improve coaching and athlete wellbeing. The format tends to blend practical drills and strategic insights with personal career stories, making it useful for aspiring coaches, educators, and managers seeking actionable takeaways and broad industry context.

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Recent guests on The Lowdown include:

1. Carsten Dohm
2. Paul McGuinness
3. Russell Earnshaw
4. John O'Rourke
5. Gareth Quinn
6. Sean-Paul Murray
7. Cristina Fink
8. Martin Foyston

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