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The Upshot

The Upshot
Football
Mario Balotelli
Steve Bruce
Manchester United
Aston Villa
Joey Barton
Gillingham
FA Cup
Huddersfield Town
Cocaine
Murder Mystery Novels
Fireworks
Manchester City
Arsenal
Harry Redknapp
Kolo Toure
Yaya Toure
Diego Maradona
Lionel Messi
The Fence

The Upshot pulls back the curtain on your favourite sports and dives into all the stuff BBC and Sky wouldn’t touch with a bargepole: drunken antics, dressing room squabbles and the simmering sexual tension of the French football team.Check out our semi-legendary newsletter that goes to 100,000+ subscribers: www.upshot.email?utm_source=poddescriptionAnd our Twitter account, where we dig into... more

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Welcome to part two of the Giggs saga, as we devour the juicy details of a bombshell family sex scandal, Ryan embarks on a career as a poet, and we ask the big question… who’s worse: Ryan or Rhodri?

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Recent Guests

Al Nash
Comedy skit creator and Manchester United fan.
Episode: Ryan Giggs: I scored first bruv (part one)
Horatio Gould
Comedian and podcast host, known from Thin Versus History and Boys Gone Wild.
Episode: Garrincha: he lost his virginity to a goat (part one)
George Cooper
A friend and guest on the podcast
Episode: Eric Cantona: a seedier part of town (part two)
JP Lockwood
Guest contributing to discussions as a regular on the podcast
Episode: Serie A legend arrested for coke smuggling
Josh Berry
A returning guest and comedian
Comedian
Episode: Nick Kyrgios: he banged your girlfriend bro
Erica North
Influencer, marketing extraordinaire, occasional contortionist
Episode: Poison attacks and cannibal scientists: the twisted world of ballet
Vittorio Angelone
Comedian and co-host of 'Guide to Parenting'
Guide to Parenting
Episode: George Best: booze, Bond girls and bust-ups (part one)
Ruth Husko
Comedian and writer, known from Twitter.
Episode: Jack Grealish: the best thing since sliced veg
Will Richards
Returning guest and sports commentator
Episode: Mike Tyson: the scariest man on the planet (part one)

Hosts

Zach Sweeney Lynch
Co-host known for his engaging and irreverent take on sports stories, bringing humor and insight into the discussions.
Jack Rivlin
Primary host with a knack for storytelling and comedic timing, focusing on the lighter side of sports culture and athlete personalities.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Milton Banana

    The podcast which expanded my musical Oeuvre to include one Milton Banana

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jgfhgbknnhh
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Great pod. Shame about JP

    Great podcast, but I am very disappointed to hear that chavvy JP is now a regular fixture on the Extra Shot. Won’t be listening to that anymore. Can we just stick with posh lads on the show please? Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Carlo 501
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Eton: The Banter Years

    Glenn Quagmire meet Jacob Rees Mogg.

    Very enjoyable listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Woodingdean Urban Guerilla
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Good stories

    Podcast Addict
    4
    jpinacio
    2 months ago
  • The Upshot

    Listening to these lads has changed my life. I now have the smoothest sack this side of the Mersey. Game changer, JD (Wirral)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    louis suarez's teeth
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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The irreverent tone resonates well with those looking for entertainment rather than typical analysis.
Listeners appreciate the show's unique topics and humorous takes on sports stories.
Many enjoy the mix of personal anecdotes and controversial sports incidents.
Some find the content lighthearted and fun, making it a great podcast for commutes or leisure moments.
Critiques focus on occasional inaccuracies in storytelling, but overall, the humor outweighs such aspects.

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Spotify
#28
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Spotify
#191
United Kingdom/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#213
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#27
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#248
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#74
Ireland/Sports

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Garrincha: he lost his virginity to a goat (part one)
Q: How did Garrincha handle his fame and financial rewards?
Despite becoming a superstar, Garrincha did not manage his finances well and often squandered his earnings, leading to financial instability later in life.
Garrincha: he lost his virginity to a goat (part one)
Q: What was Garrincha's lifestyle like at the peak of his fame?
He was known for his heavy drinking, numerous affairs, and extreme partying, which eventually led to his downfall.
Garrincha: he lost his virginity to a goat (part one)
Q: What can you tell us about Garrincha's upbringing?
Garrincha grew up in a poor, rural village in Brazil and faced significant medical challenges, including being born with one leg longer than the other.
Poison attacks and cannibal scientists: the twisted world of ballet
Q: Is ballet a sport?
It's borderline; it's very athletic, but it's not a competition.
John Terry: Captain, Leader, Bellend
Q: What was the consequence of John Terry's actions during the racism incident involving Anton Ferdinand?
John Terry was stripped of the England captaincy and faced legal repercussions, though he was cleared of criminal charges.

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Content focuses on the humorous and often outrageous aspects of the sports world, including unexpected stories from the lives of athletes, fun anecdotes from behind the scenes, and the cultural quirks that influence the sporting environment. Episodes often feature a blend of lighthearted banter and serious undertones, touching on notorious incidents in sports history and famous athletes' colorful backgrounds. Unique angles include discussing scandals and controversies that mainstream media might overlook, combined with irreverent humor and relatable storytelling that connects with listeners on a personal level.

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1. Undr The Cosh
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1. Al Nash
2. Horatio Gould
3. George Cooper
4. JP Lockwood
5. Josh Berry
6. Erica North
7. Vittorio Angelone
8. Ruth Husko

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