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The Lowdown

Conor Walsh
World Football Summit
Football Coaching
Premier League
Soccerx
Saudi Arabia
Youth Development
Ben Jacobs
Player Development
Visual Perception
Elite Football
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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In this episode, we sit down with Jonas Munkvold; First Team Recruitment Analyst with Bournemouth & Analyst with the IFA whose coaching journey offers a window into how football minds are shaped. He explains how writing and deep reflection on the gam... more

Next summer Haiti and Gabriel Calderon will compete in the 2026 World Cup. It is the latest chapter in the Calderon's family relationship with the trophy. As a four year old inspired by watching his father in the 1990 World Cup Final Gabriel had his ... more

It was not long into Simone Lewis' sporting career where she first realised that developing people skills were as if not more important than developing one's craft knowledge.

Through her work at the Premier League, Right to Dream and elsewhere she h... more

“We don’t just want consumers; we want people who think deeply about who they are and what kind of coach they want to be.”

Today we are joined by the Technical Director of Player Development for MLS; Fred Lipka. In this episode, we dive deep into co... more

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Recent Guests

Gabriel Calderon
Director of the Haitian National Football Federation and lecturer at Real Madrid Escola
Haitian National Football Federation
Episode: #186 - Step by Step w/ Gabriel Calderon
Simone Lewis
Founder of Performance Focus Limited
Performance Focus Limited
Episode: #185 - Start with Self w/ Simone Lewis
Fred Lipka
Technical director of player development at the MLS.
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Episode: #184 - MLS Coach Education w/ Fred Lipka
Kasper Thornton
Group director of human performance at Right to Dream.
Right to Dream
Episode: #183 - Unlocking Potential w/ Kasper Thornton
Gareth Henderby
Director of International Football for Blue Crow Sports
Blue Crow Sports
Episode: #182 - Building Pathways w/ Gareth Henderby
Juan Cale
Football entrepreneur and player agent
Episode: #181 - Values First w/ Juan Cale
Owen Eastwood
Performance coach currently at England Football and Harlequins, formerly of England Rugby and South African Cricket, and author of Balani, The Ancient Code of Togetherness.
Episode: #180 - Belonging w/ Owen Eastwood
Andreas Schumacher
Experienced coach with a background in German football academies, focusing on youth development and leadership in coaching.
Various football academies including Stuttgart and Hamburg
Episode: #179 - Two versus One w/ Andreas Schumacher
Rhian Wilkinson
Welsh Women's National Coach and former player for the Canadian Women's Team
Welsh Women's National Team
Episode: #178 - Inspiring Change w/ Wales Manager; Rhian Wilkinson

Host

Conor Walsh
Host with extensive experience in the world of football, sharing insights and stories from various industry leaders and coaches.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Very worthwhile listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StuartHa
    Ireland4 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
    Ireland4 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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Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging format, often highlighting its value for both newcomers and veterans in the football industry.
The quality of guests and depth of discussion are frequently praised, particularly the practical insights shared by experienced professionals.
Feedback suggests that the host's interviewing style is effective, leading to insightful and meaningful conversations.

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#52
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Apple Podcasts
#111
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Apple Podcasts
#132
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Apple Podcasts
#195
India/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#200
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#224
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#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.
#183 - Unlocking Potential w/ Kasper Thornton
Q: What bit of key advice would you give to listeners inspired by your journey?
Always be ready to admit your mistakes, own up to them, and work to get better, while never being afraid to ask questions.
#183 - Unlocking Potential w/ Kasper Thornton
Q: What keeps you awake at night regarding high performance?
Kasper identifies nutrition, data science application, and evidence-based practices in football as the areas he believes require improvement.

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A captivating exploration of the football industry, this podcast features conversations with key figures shaping the modern game, ranging from club owners to technical directors and coaches. Listeners gain insights into the challenges and lessons that define the careers of those at the forefront of football, while also understanding the intricacies behind player development and coaching methodologies. The discussions are tailored to both aspiring professionals and passionate fans, offering a unique glimpse into the operational side of football and its evolving landscape.

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Recent guests on The Lowdown include:

1. Gabriel Calderon
2. Simone Lewis
3. Fred Lipka
4. Kasper Thornton
5. Gareth Henderby
6. Juan Cale
7. Owen Eastwood
8. Andreas Schumacher

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