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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.
Episodes
Friday Nov 19, 2021
Friday Nov 19, 2021
Welcome to The Friday Football Show!
On today's show . . .
- A barnstormer at Edgeley Park
- England players to take a stance in Qatar
- Andy Carroll is back
- Ant is back aboard the merry go round
And, as always, so much more!!
We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Friday Football Show!
If you want to find out more about Man Marking, or give us feedback on any of our episodes, then you can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads
Monday Nov 22, 2021
Monday Nov 22, 2021
Where we're going, we don't need roads . . .
Early in the 1990's, Luke Chadwick was plucked from his home in Cambridge, and inducted into the world famous Manchester United academy. His peers in the youth team included Darren Fletcher, John O'Shea, Danny Pugh, and Kieran Richardson. Following a successful loan spell at Royal Antwerp, Luke was brought into the first team picture, eventually making his premiership debut in November 2000 in a 2-1 win against Middlesborough, replacing Dwight Yorke as a substitute.
Luke was a part of the United first team until 2004, when he moved to West Ham United. Over the next 12 years Luke would go on to play over 500 games as a professional, across the top five divisions of English football.
In May of last year, Luke spoke publicly for the first time about the abuse he had received for his appearance as a young footballer, and the impact it had on his mental health. Following the tweet that prompted Luke's admission, Gary Lineker publicly apologised for his role in the abuse Luke suffered, when Gary was part of a programme called 'They think it's all over', alongside Nick Hancock.
We spoke to Luke about his time at Manchester United, the insecurities and anxieties he suffered as a result of the abuse, how he learnt to harness the power of vulnerability, and the work he is now doing with The Football Fun Factory.
To find out more about The Football Fun Factory, head to their website:
https://www.thefootballfunfactory.co.uk/
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 Nov 26, 2021
Friday Nov 26, 2021
Welcome to The Friday Football Show!
On today's show . . .
- A new contract for Sir Gareth
- Brazilian breakaway league
- Aberdeen player pushed by fan
- 25 minute half times??
And, as always, so much more!!
We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Friday Football Show!
If you want to find out more about Man Marking, or give us feedback on any of our episodes, then you can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads
Friday Dec 03, 2021
Friday Dec 03, 2021
Welcome to The Friday Football Show!
On today's show . . .
- England win 20-0
- Are Everton the most interesting club in the country?
- And the fixture list is about to get very congested
And, as always, so much more!!
We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Friday Football Show!
If you want to find out more about Man Marking, or give us feedback on any of our episodes, then you can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads
Monday Dec 06, 2021
Monday Dec 06, 2021
Where we're going, we don't need roads. . .
Neville Southall has won two first division titles, two FA Cups, three Charity Shields, and a European Cup Winners Cup during his time on Merseyside, making him the most decorated player in Everton's history. Further to that, Neville was awarded an MBE and BBC Wales Sports Personality of the year in 1995. All of this, despite Neville's professional career not starting until he was in his early 20's.
Before his playing career, Neville worked as a hod carrier and a binman, he played amateur football and was turned down by various clubs such as Wrexham, Bolton, and Crewe.
Following his career, Neville has championed the rights of the LGBT and Sex Worker communities, as well as speaking passionately about raising awareness for mental health.
Neville's story is an incredible one, here we try to understand the man behind the achievements, how he has always tried to learn, improve and be a better version of himself each day that passes. It was an honour to speak to Nev, he truly is a legend of the beautiful game, and one of the most genuine people you will find, we are so proud to bring you this episode, as our last instalment of series two.
Friday Dec 10, 2021
Friday Dec 10, 2021
Welcome to The Friday Football Show!
On today's show . . .
- Are Leeds moving to San Francisco?
- Jude Bellingham is booting off!
- Man United hire sports psychologist
And, as always, so much more!!
We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Friday Football Show!
If you want to find out more about Man Marking, or give us feedback on any of our episodes, then you can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads
Friday Dec 17, 2021
Friday Dec 17, 2021
Welcome to The Friday Football Show!
On today's show . . .
- Agents get hit where it hurts, their wallets!
- Carlisle drop stadium attendance
- Newcastle threaten to sue the premier league
And, as always, so much more!!
We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of The Friday Football Show!
If you want to find out more about Man Marking, or give us feedback on any of our episodes, then you can find us on Twitter @marking_man and don't forget to use the hashtag #WheresTheTalkingLads
Friday May 06, 2022
Friday May 06, 2022
Episode One:
Trauma, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and the importance of talking now.
On 15th April 1989, 96 Liverpool fans travelled to Sheffield for an FA Cup Semi Final, but never came home. We spoke to Kevin Cowley, a survivor from Pen 3 of the Leppings Lane end of Hillsborough Stadium.
Kevin has lived for over 30 years with survivor guilt, he discusses his Hillsborough experience, the repercussions for him and the city of Liverpool, and his Cognitive Behavioural Therapy that has seen him finally be able to open up and talk about that day.
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
Friday Jul 08, 2022
Friday Jul 08, 2022
Episode 29
From cigars with Stoichkov to being scared of leaving the house.
For any football fan, the sight of a classic kit, is one that can fill your heart with glee and your eyes with tears. Football kits take you back to your childhood, when you first fell in love with the beautiful game. If you've ever wondered where and how these wonderful representations of our beloved institutions are made, then meet today's guest, Rob Warner.
Rob has spent the majority of his professional career designing football kits, including the kit Italy wore on their way to winning the 2006 FIFA World Cup.
His professional journey has seen him live in Germany and Holland, as well as working for Puma, pitching to Samuel Eto'o and Hristo Stoichkov. Rob has been as successful as you could hope to be in a profession he holds so dear to his heart.
However, despite all of that success, just a few years back, Rob found himself unable to leave the house without holding his Mother's hand, as he fell into a deep state of depression.
During this episode, Rob opens up about the struggles he's endured, what may have been the cause and how he has worked to overcome them, as well as regaling us with some amazing stories from his career.
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