That Peter Crouch Podcast

‘We’ve Gone Global’ Crouchy Passes the Pod to Ronaldo, Iniesta, Cafu and More!

New year, same chaos. Crouchy's dialling in from Dubai, Sid’s gone full flamenco, and Chris is still reeling from missing the greatest night in Ally Pally history. In this episode, the boys catch up post-Christmas and somehow end up covering robot massages, dodgy gift-giving, Sidwell’s ambition to become a Spanish guitar-playing Gypsy King, and whether the pod should launch a residency at Finsbury Park. Crouchy talks us through meeting Ronaldo at the World Sports Summit (yes, that Ronaldo), putting the podcast on the global stage, and why there’s a very real chance we could become PSG’s shirt sponsor. There’s also a very passionate rant about the FA Cup, a long-overdue roasting of Tottenham’s home form, and Chris has an existential breakdown over kids dressing as referees for Christmas. Darts. Destiny. Desmonds. Let’s go." 00:00 – Welcome back: robot hands, bad presents & Sid’s groans 04:30 – Sidwell's musical ambitions: Finsbury Park warm-up act? 05:00 – Crouchy’s Busted moment at the O2 (yes, really) 10:00 – Ronaldo finally meets his hero (kind of) 20:00 – Pod in Paris? Crouchy makes big moves in Dubai 25:00 – “You’ve put us on the world stage” 33:00 – Chris’s extreme darts FOMO 34:00 – Sidwell tips the bar staff: total Ally Pally carnage 38:00 – Darts of Destiny: £5K, nine darts and one Curtis 53:30 – FA Cup fever: Crouchy’s rallying cry 1:07:00 – The game’s gone: kids with VAR screens for Christmas 1:08:30 – Are referees becoming influencers now? 1:10:00 – Ref talk, tights, and a gladiator future 1:42:00 – The annual missionary predictions: Spurs v Villa 1:56:00 – Dubai days & Crouchy’s global glow-up 1:59:00 – Arsenal, Wrexham and third-round mayhem ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Why Everyone Thinks They’re Good at Bowling & Darts Of Destiny Finale Drama! | New Years Eve Special

On this New Year’s special episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris kick back with a relaxed end-of-year pod with listener messages, reflections on a huge year, and absolutely no pressure… until bowling enters the conversation. The lads look back on some unforgettable podcast moments, react to thoughtful listener questions about football pressure, injuries, and dressing room dynamics, and share a genuinely moving message about prostate health awareness. Then, in true Crouchy fashion, things take a sharp turn as a simple listener question sparks a full-blown debate about ten-pin bowling. Is a perfect bowling game harder than a hole-in-one? Why does everyone think they’re better at bowling than they actually are? What’s the most embarrassing thing you can do on a bowling date — and when did bowling shoes quietly disappear forever? It’s light-hearted, nostalgic, unexpectedly philosophical, and the perfect way to see in the New Year with the pod. Happy New Year from the lads — and yes, most of the episode really does end up being about bowling.    00:00 - New Year’s Eve pod begins & relaxed holiday vibes 01:02 - Reflecting on podcast highlights from the year 02:05 - Wild journey home stories & “investment opportunities” tease 03:29 - Listener question: are managers hiding injuries? 04:16 - Emotional prostate health message from a listener 05:27 - Can players really fake injuries? Dressing room reality 06:46 - Playing through illness & injections in football 08:10 - Listener sparks the bowling debate: how hard is a perfect game? 09:24 - Is a hole-in-one actually easier than bowling 300? 11:21 - Worst possible bowling behaviour on a date 12:41 - Why getting a strike is still somehow awkward 14:04 - The mystery of bowling shoes disappearing 16:15 - Where do bowling pins actually go? 18:20 - The embarrassment of owning a bowling ball 20:00 - Realising the whole episode became about bowling 20:26 - Happy New Year & Darts of Destiny intro 21:19 - Darts of Destiny finale drama Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

That Christmas Nativity Special: Donkeys, Darts & Angel Di Maria

On this week’s Christmas special of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris fully embrace the festive spirit — with a twist only football could provide. Forget the traditional nativity, because the lads bring you a football-themed retelling of the Christmas story, featuring familiar faces like Mary Earps, Angel Di Maria, Dean Windass, Peter Schmeichel, and a baby Gabriel Jesus born not in Bethlehem… but firmly in football folklore. With festive jumpers on, beers flowing, and absolutely no attempt to take things seriously, Crouchy leads the lads through a chaotic, laugh-out-loud Christmas tale that somehow manages to celebrate football heritage and the true meaning of Christmas all at once. There’s donkey impressions, questionable accents, proud dad moments, and just enough sentimentality to remind everyone what the season is all about. To round things off, the Darts of Destiny makes its Christmas return, with league points, pressure throws, and big regrets on the line — all in support of a brilliant cause. Merry Christmas from all of us at That Peter Crouch Podcast 🎄⚽ Chumbawamba  00:00 - Festive jumpers, beers & Christmas vibes 01:29 - Christmas Eve traditions & pub confessions 02:50 - “The true meaning of Christmas” football-style 03:32 - Introducing the football Nativity story 03:45 - The Nativity begins: Mary Earps & Joseph Cole 04:15 - Angel Di Maria delivers the big news 05:03 - King Ledley’s decree & the journey begins 05:42 - Dean Windass enters as the donkey 06:33 - No room at the inn… Manuel Neuer says no 07:10 - Peter Schmeichel offers the stable 07:56 - Gabriel Jesus is born in the Nicky Banger 08:35 - Shepherds receive the heavenly announcement 09:17 - The Three Kings arrive with gifts 09:47 - “What Christmas is all about” 10:26 - Proud dad energy & jumper appreciation 12:44 - Darts of Destiny returns Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Jermaine Pennant: Football’s Most MISUNDERSTOOD Player? — ADHD Took Me to a UCL Final

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris are joined by a former teammate - with spells at Arsenal, Liverpool, Stoke and Portsmouth (as well as being a long-time friend of the pod!) winger Jermaine Pennant for one of the most honest and equally hilarious conversations the pod has ever had. Jermaine opens up about being labelled “wasted talent”, growing up with zero structure, and how a late ADHD diagnosis finally helped him understand the chaos, impulsive decisions and moments that defined his career. From becoming a £2m teenager at Arsenal to playing in a Champions League final with Liverpool, Pennant reflects on the highs, the lows, and the managers who either got the best out of him — or completely missed the mark. The lads also dig into dressing-room dynamics, the importance of man-management, why Steve Bruce got it right, why Rafa Benítez didn’t, and how football ultimately became Jermaine’s escape from childhood trauma. There are laugh-out-loud stories (including one unforgettable pair of Liverpool boots), emotional moments, and a powerful reminder that success isn’t always as simple as trophies and appearances. Plus, we’ve got darts chaos, Christmas plans, league twists and classic Crouchy tangents. As always — get involved in the comments. 🎯⚽ Chumbawamba  00:00 – Welcome back & Sids’ birthday chaos 02:45 – Four-day celebrations and golf madness 05:12 – Christmas elves, parenting panic & festive pressure 08:01 – Lingerie shopping: why men shouldn’t attempt it 11:04 – Premier League predictions fallout 13:18 – Sunderland sh*thousery & relegation worries 15:42 – Christmas football, darts & festive fancy dress fears 18:28 – Darts of Destiny explained 20:41 – Jermaine Pennant joins the podcast 22:06 – Life after football & media work 24:38 – Pennant opens up on ADHD diagnosis 27:12 – Understanding past mistakes through ADHD 29:44 – Football as an escape from childhood trauma 32:18 – Signing for Arsenal at 15 with zero structure 35:01 – Unreal talent in the Arsenal youth setup 38:22 – Why Pennant thrived when he was playing 41:04 – Steve Bruce vs Rafa Benítez: man-management clash 44:06 – Liverpool dressing room stories & boot chaos 47:12 – Champions League final regrets 50:01 – Turning down Everton to chase Liverpool dream 53:18 – Birmingham relegation & waiting for the big move 56:02 – Why first spells at clubs were always the best 59:14 – What managers misunderstood about Pennant 1:03:22 – Redefining success, legacy & self-acceptance 1:07:48 – Jermaine Pennant wraps up & farewells 1:09:30 – Darts of Destiny challenge begins 1:11:52 – Chris’ pressure & final darts reactions Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Salah Says He’s “Gone” – The Lads React To CARNAGE Interview & Break Down England’s World Cup Group

On this week’s episode of the Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids and Chris dive head-first into the biggest football flashpoint of the weekend — Mohamed Salah’s explosive post-match comments. The lads break down exactly what he said, what he meant, and why this moment could signal a major turning point in his relationship with Liverpool. From dressing-room dynamics to how senior players should handle being benched. The boys also react to the World Cup 2026 group draw, sharing their early predictions, fears, and inevitable chaos ahead of the tournament.  There’s also an emotional fan-gift reveal, nostalgic tales of Jose Enrique’s shoes, surprise cameos from a dubiously named road, and a proper Premier League roundup including Arsenal-Villa madness, Chelsea-Everton history, Palace-City patterns, and more. What do you make of Salah’s interview? And how are we feeling about England’s route to 2026? Also, please let us know what YOU’D like us to do for the World Cup down in the comments, or via our socials below! Chumbawamba  00:00 – Cold open & subscribe push  03:00 – Jingle Bell Ball stories & backstage chaos  06:00 – Fan gifts, Jose Enrique’s shoes talk returns  08:20 – First deep dive into Salah’s controversial interview  10:40 – Salah press-officer moment & grainy clip discussion  13:15 – Arsenal/Villa reaction + Crouchy in the crowd chaos  15:50 – Lando Norris shoutout & superstition around the pod  17:40 – Predictions scoreboard argument + maths accusations  19:30 – Chelsea vs Everton preview & stat shock of 1994 drought  22:45 – “Five” / CrouchFest music segment 25:00 – Palace vs Man City history & Townsend volley memories  27:10 – Haier sponsorship 29:40 – World Cup draw production chaos & Donald Trump’s cameo  32:00 – Kickoff times controversy & USA trip ideas (road trip?)  35:00 – Tailgating, BBQ on tour & “rubbing your meat across America”  40:00 – England’s group, early confidence, and knockout path chat  45:00 – Which nations could surprise? Outsider picks debated  50:30 – Heat in North America & players suffering—historic Ireland stories return  55:00 – Substitutes in the dressing room due to heat?!  58:00 – Emotional listener email (Hayley) + Crouchy sorts darts tickets (feel-good ending) Follow our Clips page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLNBLB3xr3LyiyAkhZEtiAA  For more Peter Crouch:  Twitter - https://twitter.com/petercrouch  Therapy Crouch - https://www.youtube.com/@thetherapycrouch  For more Chris Stark  Twitter - https://twitter.com/Chris_Stark Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chrisstark/ For more Steve Sidwell  Twitter - https://twitter.com/sjsidwell  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevesidwell14  #PeterCrouch #ThatPeterCrouchPodcast ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.