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We're Ryan, Dan, and Ant, three 20 something lads, from Birkenhead, who love football. 24% of women and 13% of men in England are diagnosed with depression in their lifetime. But men are three times more likely to die from suicide than women. We wanted to know why. Join us every Monday and Friday as we speak to people from the wide world of football, all about Mental Health, in an attempt to learn more about it, and encourage men to feel more comfortable talking about their health and wellbeing, and attempt to remove the stigma that still surrounds the topic.
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Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
And then there were four. . .
The 1/4 finals are complete, and it's on to the Semi Finals. Spain edge past a shattered Switzerland, Italy continue their romp through the tournament beating Belgium, Denmark see out a professional win against Czech Republic, and England bulldoze their way into yet another Semi Final.
We take a look back over four 1/4 final matches, and then cast our eye over those tantalising last four match ups. Are Spain any good? Should England be worried about Denmark? How will Ryan cope if his beloved Italy face England in the final? It's all to come!!
If you want to get in touch with us, then you can find us on Twitter, our handle is @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag, #WheresTheTalkingLads
Wednesday Jul 07, 2021
Wednesday Jul 07, 2021
**Trigger warning - this episode contains conversations about suicide**
Episode 71
Failure is an event, not a person.
Over the past decade the male grooming industry has seen a seismic shift in its public perception. As fashionable barber shops become regular haunts of men looking to get the neatest fade, and the closest shave, a quiet revolution has been taking place in the leather bound chairs that adorn the glass fronted barber shops across the world.
The Lions Barber Collective was founded by hairdresser and barber Tom Chapman following the suicide of a close friend. The Lions Barber Collective is an international collection of top barbers who have come together to help raise awareness for the prevention of suicide. Tom and his team are now partnered with Barber Shops in over a dozen countries, helping to provide safe spaces for men to talk about their mental health.
We talk to Tom about why he started Lions Barber Collective, and the work that they do. We also ask Tom about his thoughts on the changing face of masculinity, and what that means for male mental health.
If you want to learn more about The Lions Barber Collective, head to their website https://www.thelionsbarbercollective.com/
If you enjoy this episode, or any of our other episodes, please pop over to apple podcasts, and give us a rating and a review.
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/man-marking/id1506661828
You can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads
If you have been affected by any of the themes discussed in today's episode, we have listed some organisations below who are there if you need to talk:
Samaritans
Call 116 132 for free
Papyrus UK
Call 0800 068 41 41
CALM ZONE
0800 58 58 58
https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/helpline/
MIND
0300 123 3393
The Kaleidoscope Plus Group
0800 059 0123
Friday Jul 09, 2021
Friday Jul 09, 2021
It might just be coming home
Wednesday was quite a night wasn't it. Tuesday wasn't too bad either. We're now sat here, as England, yes England, prepare for the final of a major international tournament. On Sunday evening, England will line up against Italy in the final of Euro 2020. That might feel unbelievable to read, and strange to hear, but it's true.
In today's episode we look back at a historic night for English football, the performance of a generation as England beat Denmark at Wembley (as if you didn't already know). We give our thoughts on the beautiful balletic match up between Italy and Spain on Tuesday evening, and how we see the final playing out on Sunday.
If you want to get in touch with us, then you can find us on Twitter, our handle is @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag, #WheresTheTalkingLads
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
That's a wrap! The big(ish) Euro 2020 review show
The European Championships are done for another few years. England made it all the way to a final, the first major tournament final since 1966, but it all ended in heartbreak. We put England to one side (sort of) and wrap up Euro 2020 by talking about our 'of the tournaments'.
Player of the tournament
Match of the tournament
Goal of the tournament
Moment of the tournament
Team of the tournament
It's all here, the ultimate conclusion to a wonderful summer of football!
Thanks to everyone who has listened, emailed, tweeted, and spoke to us in person. These episodes have been a pleasure to record, we're thrilled you've enjoyed listening as much as we've enjoyed recording.
If you want to get in touch with us, then you can find us on Twitter, our handle is @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag, #WheresTheTalkingLads
Monday Jul 19, 2021
Monday Jul 19, 2021
**Trigger warning - this episode contains conversations about cancer**
Episode 73
Found a lump? Get yourself checked out!
Eliot Richards came through the academy at Bristol Rovers signing his first professional contract in the summer of 2009. Over the next five years, Eliot would go on to make over 100 appearances for the club during a difficult time which saw them twice relegated and fall out of the football league for the first time in their history.
Following relegation, Eliot signed for Tranmere Rovers under the tutelage of Rob Edwards. Despite some early expectations following Eliot's arrival, Tranmere's seasons quickly spiralled out of control and Edwards was replaced by Micky Adams. Eliot left Tranmere in the January of that season having been frozen out by Micky Adams, with Tranmere eventually being relegated out of the football league for the first time in 94 years.
Eliot knows a thing or two about a tricky situation, so in March of 2015, when Eliot was diagnosed with testicular cancer, he was determined to tackle it with the same positivity and determination that had characterised his playing career to date. 6 months after his original diagnosis, Eliot was given the all clear from cancer, and eventually returned to professional football full time later that year.
Since then Eliot has continued his career with clubs like Hereford, and Barnet.
Today we talk to Eliot about his early career at Bristol Rovers, the uncomfortable and challenging time he had at Tranmere, his cancer diagnosis and how he dealt with that emotionally, and the subsequent years where he has continued to forge out a professional playing career.
If you enjoy this episode, or any of our other episodes, please pop over to apple podcasts, and give us a rating and a review.
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/man-marking/id1506661828
You can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads
Lads, If you are unsure about the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer you should be looking out for, here are some useful links:
Testicular Cancer UK
https://www.testicularcanceruk.com/
Testicular Cancer - NHS conditions
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/testicular-cancer/
Friday Jul 23, 2021
Friday Jul 23, 2021
**Trigger warning - this episode contains conversations about cancer**
Episode 74
Found a lump? Get yourself checked out!
At the age of 17 Dylan Tombides had the world at his feet. A youngster at the West Ham United academy, he was extremely well thought of, both as a footballer and as a person. He was progressing well, and was part of the Australian national team at youth level. In 2011, during the U-17 World Cup, Dylan was subject to a random drugs test, standard practice for football matches at that level. Not long after Dylan was given the results of that test. He had either tested positive for a banned substance, or he had a tumour.
After testing positive for testicular cancer Dylan was determined to fight the disease, and continue his pursuit of a career in professional football. Over the next three years Dylan received a variety of treatments for his cancer, whilst remaining a part of the youth set up at West Ham, and representing his country. In September 2012, less than 18 months after his original diagnosis, Dylan made his first team debut for West Ham, replacing Gary O'Neil as a second half substitute against Wigan Athletic in the League Cup.
Tragically in April 2014 Dylan's organs failed and he died, aged just 20. Following his death, Tracy, Dylan's Mum, along with other members of the Tombides family, founded DT38 Foundation, in memory of Dylan. The foundation raises awareness of testicular cancer amongst young men, in an attempt to prevent other families from enduring the sadness and the hurt that they have.
Today we speak to Tracy about Dylan, and we're incredibly grateful to to her for giving up some of her time to do so. This isn't an easy listen, but as with many of our episodes, we believe it to be an incredibly important conversation to have, for so many reasons.
If you enjoy this episode, or any of our other episodes, please pop over to apple podcasts, and give us a rating and a review.
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/man-marking/id1506661828
You can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads
To find out more about DT38 Foundation, head to their website:
Lads, If you are unsure about the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer you should be looking out for, here are some useful links:
Testicular Cancer UK
https://www.testicularcanceruk.com/
Testicular Cancer - NHS conditions
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/testicular-cancer/
Monday Jul 26, 2021
Monday Jul 26, 2021
Episode 75
Gardening saved my life.
Today we're speaking with Ross Lee, the self acclaimed Ambitious Young Gardener. Ross is over a year into his horticultural adventure, and has been turning heads with his impressively vibrant and colourful garden. Five years prior to discovering that he was in possession of the proverbial green fingers, Ross was homeless. He was struggling with alcohol and drug addiction, and he felt as though his life had no purpose.
Gardening, he says, saved his life.
In today's episode we chat to Ross about traumatic times during his childhood that led him down the path of alcoholism, and eventually into homelessness. How his sexuality weighed heavy on his young shoulders. And finally, the garden he has grown over the past 18 months that he believes has given his life new meaning.
If you enjoy this episode, or any of our other episodes, please pop over to apple podcasts, and give us a rating and a review.
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/man-marking/id1506661828
You can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads
If you have been affected by any of the themes discussed in today's episode, we have listed some organisations below who are there if you need to talk:
Samaritans
Call 116 132 for free
Papyrus UK
Call 0800 068 41 41
CALM ZONE
0800 58 58 58
https://www.thecalmzone.net/help/helpline/
MIND
0300 123 3393
The Kaleidoscope Plus Group
0800 059 0123
Wednesday Aug 04, 2021
Wednesday Aug 04, 2021
It's the League Two Predictions Show!! (2021/22 edition)
A little over three weeks after the conclusion of Euro 2020, the domestic season is now just days away!! We will be previewing the top four divisions of English Football, and giving our predictions, as we build up to the 2021/22 season.
46 teams will enter League Two this season, all believing that they have a chance of making their mark. Before we get started however, it's up to us to give our thoughts on how the fourth tier of English football will play out over the course of the next 9 months.
We have 8 categories to discuss, from promotion, to relegation, to breakout star and first manager sacked. Going on the evidence of last years predictions, I would take our thoughts with just a pinch of salt!
Before we get into the League Two talk, we give a passing glance and a tip of the hat to Simone Biles, Tyrone Mings, Ben Stokes et al for bravely speaking out about their mental health, and the importance of high profile athletes demonstrating their humanity.
Enjoy!
If you want to find us on Twitter, then you can find us on @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads
Thursday Aug 05, 2021
Thursday Aug 05, 2021
It's the League One Predictions Show!! (2021/22 edition)
A little over three weeks after the conclusion of Euro 2020, the domestic season is now just days away!! We will be previewing the top four divisions of English Football, and giving our predictions, as we build up to the 2021/22 season.
There is an argument to be made that League One is the most exciting of all the top four divisions this season. The third tier has long been home to some of England's proudest and most historical clubs. From Leeds United, to Norwich City, Wolverhampton Wanderers to Nottingham Forest.
This season is no different. At the top end of League One any number of clubs will fancy their chances of promotion. Ipswich Town, Sunderland, Sheffield Wednesday, Wigan Athletic, Charlton Athletic, will all feel as though they're too big for the confines of the third tier. That's before we mention the likes of Wycombe, Mk Dons, Lincoln, Rotherham, Doncaster, and Oxford United, all of whom will have their sights set on a tilt at promotion.
This is arguably the strongest League One we've ever had, with potential promotion contenders everywhere you look. Sit back, pour yourself a drink, and let us talk you through our runners and riders for this mouthwatering League One campaign.
We have 8 categories to discuss, from promotion, to relegation, to breakout star and first manager sacked. Going on the evidence of last years predictions, I would take our thoughts with just a pinch of salt!
Enjoy!
If you want to find us on Twitter, then you can find us on @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads
Friday Aug 06, 2021
Friday Aug 06, 2021
It's the Championship Predictions Show!! (2021/22 edition)
A little over three weeks after the conclusion of Euro 2020, the domestic season is now just days away!! We will be previewing the top four divisions of English Football, and giving our predictions, as we build up to the 2021/22 season.
Some say it's the greatest league in the world, a division where (literally) anyone can beat anyone, and all things are possible. Whilst we've already established that League One is the greatest division in the world, for this season at least, The Championship is still well worth paying attention to.
How will the three relegated teams fare back in the second tier? Will Peterborough, Blackpool and Hull make the step up? Will Barnsley repeat their heroics from last season? Will there finally be light at the end of the tunnel for Nottingham Forest? What on earth is going on at Derby, and will Wayne Rooney come out of retirement to rescue their season? These are all of course, crucial questions to be answered.
Today we do our best to work our way through the mind boggling world of The Championship!
We have 8 categories to discuss, from promotion, to relegation, to breakout star and first manager sacked. Going on the evidence of last years predictions, I would take our thoughts with just a pinch of salt!
Enjoy!
If you want to find us on Twitter, then you can find us on @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads