That Peter Crouch Podcast

World Cup Hero Mary Earps: The Moment I Nearly Quit Football – “I Sold My Stuff On eBay To Survive”

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Sids, and Chris sit down with Mary Earps — 2022 Euros winner with England’s Lionesses, World Cup finalist, and Golden Glove winner — for an incredibly raw and inspiring chat. Mary opens up about her toughest career moments, including being dropped from the England squad, struggling to pay rent, and nearly walking away from football altogether.  The lads dig into how she bounced back to become one of the world’s best, her move to Paris, and what it’s really like living life under the spotlight after the Euros win. Plus, the usual chaos: Sids’s FA Cup draw dilemma, tough gameweek 11 predictions, and why Erling Haaland’s robot dance might be crossing the line... This one’s part football, part life lesson — and fully That Peter Crouch Podcast.   Chumbawamba  00:00 – 02:00 | Crouchy & the lads debate Haaland’s “robot” celebration 04:00 – 07:00 | Crouchy’s Orlando trip and the “67” mystery 10:00 – 11:20 | Breaking news: Do we get a paint sponsor deal live? 12:00 – 13:10 | The lads’ “What Three Words” discoveries 14:00 – 19:30 | Man City vs Liverpool predictions and robot outrage 22:00 – 24:00 | Sids’s Arsenal rant — “They think they invented football!” 25:00 – 27:00 | Spurs vs Man United — “Is it time to panic?” 29:00 – 30:30 | Sids’s FA Cup draw nerves and “one ball” plan 32:30 – 33:00 | Introduction of guest Mary Earps 34:00 – 36:00 | Mary on being dropped by England and struggling during Covid 37:00 – 38:00 | “I was in debt — selling stuff on eBay to survive.” 40:00 – 41:30 | The Euros win and how it changed her life 43:00 – 45:00 | Mary on her dad, her upbringing, and young girls in football 47:00 – 49:00 | Sir Alex Ferguson’s praise — “He remembered my save!” 50:00 – 52:00 | Mary on fame, fear, and adjusting to life after success 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.

Evolution of Football: Long Throws, Pep Ball & Has Data Officially DESTROYED the Game?

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids take a hilariously chaotic deep dive into how football has evolved — from Sunday League chaos to Pep-inspired tactical revolutions. The lads debate how analytics, player freedom, and “DNA” have changed the game forever, reminiscing about the days when defenders could “absolutely destroy” someone without a hundred cameras watching. Expect sidetracks galore — from Center Parcs chaos, dodgy camera angles, and “missionary” score predictions to the invention of Crouchy’s Skill of the Week. There’s also a serious football chat about how big clubs influence playing styles, why corners are “ruined forever,” and how long throws are making a comeback. To top it all off, the boys pitch their next big idea: turning their paint colours into reality… any paint companies out there fancy it?   Chumbawamba  00:00 – Chris’ chaotic intro from the floor at home 02:00 – Sidwell’s “in memoriam” photo mix-up 07:00 – The new time-wasting punishment no one understands 09:00 – Why Brits go wild for corners (and why Crouchy won’t stand anymore) 14:00 – United’s fan who won’t cut his hair until 5 wins in a row 16:40 – Shoutouts and hilarious name readings from Instagram 24:00 – A profound metaphor about “trusting your first wipe” 34:30 – The changing face of football and Pep’s influence 36:30 – Why copying City’s system ruins smaller clubs 38:30 – Club DNA vs Manager DNA – has football lost its roots? 45:00 – Have players lost freedom because of over-analysis? 51:30 – The ‘Skill of the Week’ idea is born 55:30 – The lads pitch a Peter Crouch football training camp 01:03:20 – Why long throws are making a comeback 01:12:00 – The ‘Tancock’ paint idea takes over the podcast With my code CROUCH30, new customers get 30% OFF at uk.huel.com/therapycrouch30. Please check the description for terms and conditions. Unlock a lighter, easier way to fuel your day with Huel Lite, so you can focus on what really matters. MOV is £39 and that the code is for Lite only for a limited amount of time. 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.

James Tarkowski: That Liverpool Equaliser, Grealish’s Impact & Battles with Haaland And Van Dijk

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Sids, and Chris are joined by James Tarkowski, the no-nonsense centre-back for Everton Football Club. Known for his leadership, resilience, and heart-on-sleeve playing style, Tarkowski opens up about life at Goodison Park, Sean Dyche’s influence, and what it’s really like to play in Merseyside derbies. He shares stories from Burnley’s golden years, the chaos of Everton’s survival seasons, and his thoughts on football’s return to big number 9’s, directness, and long balls.  The lads also dive into dressing room psychology, VAR frustrations, and post-football plans — from coaching to business ventures. Expect honest football chat, great banter, and a few unexpected laughs (including Tarky’s Frozen piano moment).   Chumbawamba  00:00 – Tribute to Stuart Pearce’s son 00:35 – Opening banter and intro with the lads 08:45 – Sunday League chaos & Crouchy’s DM prank 16:20 – Dyche and managing “grenade” club owners 18:40 – Maguire’s redemption & tournament talk 35:00 – James Tarkowski joins the pod 36:10 – Settling into Everton and the chaotic seasons 38:31 – Goodison Park vs. the new stadium 41:10 – Grealish’s form and personality off the pitch 44:05 – Tarkowski vs. Van Dijk: The Derby Battle 48:06 – The famous last-minute volley and the wild celebrations 50:35 – Tarkowski’s journey from non-league to Premier League 54:05 – Inside Burnley’s dressing room culture 57:25 – Sean Dyche’s mind games and Burnley mentality 1:03:10 – Life after football & finding new passions 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.

Joel Ward: The Untold Story Behind Palace’s FA Cup Win & What Really Happens When You're Released

On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids are joined by free agent and Crystal Palace legend Joel Ward. From lifting the FA Cup to living in a Bible college, Joel dives deep into the highs, lows, and surprises of his footballing journey. The lads chat about Ward’s free agent life, what it’s really like being on the sidelines after a long stint at a club, and how he's mentoring the next generation at Palace. They also get stuck into proper dressing room stories, the real power of player faith groups, and one of the most intense atmospheres in football — Fratton Park on a European night. Oh, and things take a serious left turn into 18-hour brisket smoking sessions and barbecuing like a pro. Is Joel Ward the best footballing pitmaster in the country? You'll have to listen to find out.   Chumbawamba  00:00:00 – Episode opens: remote setup and Ibiza hangover chat 00:02:14 – Sids explains how bad weather justified a heavier night out 00:03:08 – McDonald's recovery mode: international break confessions 00:04:34 – “Three nights in a row is heavy at this age” – big night consequences 00:06:10 – Fantasy football standings update: Sid storming into the lead 00:07:09 – Cheating Chris out of points? 00:10:17 – Ange & Forest: “It’s not going to end well” 00:12:54 – Arsenal's mental hurdle: “They have to win a league title NOW” 00:19:11 – Crouch’s bet builder: Mo Salah to score first 00:25:11 – Steve Bruce story: “His dad asked, ‘How do you stand in that box?’” 00:30:53 – Joel Ward joins the pod 00:31:15 – Life as a free agent and staying fit at Palace 00:33:13 – Winning the FA Cup: “You couldn’t write it” 00:34:46 – “I knew we were going to win” – the surreal moment before victory 00:35:48 – What it meant for lifelong Palace fans 00:36:03 – How the team mentally prepared for a once-in-a-lifetime shot 00:38:17 – Why the Palace system works, even without stars 00:40:01 – Ward on changing roles and mentoring at Palace 00:42:34 – Coaching, faith, and media aspirations 00:43:24 – Growing up in a Bible college with 30+ residents 00:45:42 – Faith in football: pre-game prayers and support groups 00:49:04 – WhatsApp groups with Eze, Trent, and other believers 00:52:00 – Coming through the ranks at Portsmouth 01:00:00 – Facing AC Milan: “I saw Maldini in the tunnel” 01:04:09 – The great football BBQ debate begins 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.

Pete Reveals the BEST Pint, Curry & Goal Celebration in the world with Joel Dommett!!!!

Subscribe to ‘And The Award Goes To…’  In this bonus episode - Pete’s been on another pod! Pete swung by the brand new podcast - ‘And The Award Goes To…’ - the podcast that’s also an awards show, as he handed out five awards, across five categories, that Joel made up just for him. Listen in as Pete picks his winners for awards such as Best First Sip of a Pint, Best Goal Celebration of All Time, and The GOAT Indian Order. Follow ‘And The Award Goes To…’ On Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/spotify-and-the-award-. [https://tinyurl.com/spotify-and-the-award-.].. On Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/and-the-award-goes-to [https://tinyurl.com/and-the-award-goes-to] On Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/amazon-and-the-award-g. [https://tinyurl.com/amazon-and-the-award-g.].. On TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/tiktok-and-the-award-g. [https://tinyurl.com/tiktok-and-the-award-g.].. On Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/Insta-And-The-Award-Go. [https://tinyurl.com/Insta-And-The-Award-Go.].. On YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/YouTube-And-The-Award-. [https://tinyurl.com/YouTube-And-The-Award-.].. Brand new episodes of ‘And The Award Goes To’ drop every Friday. Brought to you by Argos and Acast Creative. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view or position of Argos or any of its group companies. Descriptions of the products mentioned in this podcast are accurate as at the time of recording. Check your local store or argos.co.uk [http://argos.co.uk/] for product availability, which may vary. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.