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This is No Tippy Tappy Football with Sam Allardyce, where one of the most famous names in Premier League management opens up his book of contacts each week to discuss all all the latest topics in the world of football. Each week, Sam is alongside presenter Natalie Pike, who gets to ask Sam and the guests all the questions a football fan wants to know, plus exclusive bits of insight and of course endless off-field and touchline stories!
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Welcome to High Performance. Through fascinating conversations with remarkable guests, Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes uncover the secrets behind High Performance and explore how we can all become the best version of ourselves. We focus on uncovering the learnings from top performers in every field, from sport to entertainment, business, health and wellness. No matter where our guests have excelled, they all have first-hand experiences and lessons to share. On High Performance we find out w ...
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A series in which 90’s football aficionado Josh Widdicombe is joined by friends, and fellow 90s experts, co-host Chris Scull and ‘Director of Podcast’ Michael Marden, as the trio embark on a tour of niche football topics of the period 1st January 1990 to 31st December 1999. Join the Quickly Kevin fan club for early release and extended episodes as well as exclusive bonus episodes and live shows, merchandise, events, and much much more...
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Welcome to ITS FOOTBALL DAY, a podcast where two low IQ lads give their unfiltered opinions on the game of football. Weekly episodes with chat ranging from Premier League action from the weekend, classic FPL tips that will definitely get you nowhere and funny footballing tales from around the globe. This is something you don't want to miss.
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Sam Allardyce: From Relegation Hero to England’s Fall Guy - What It Taught Me
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Sam Allardyce is one of English football’s most seasoned and straight-talking managers, known as much for his no-nonsense attitude as for his deep understanding of the game. With a career spanning decades, he’s led clubs like Bolton, West Ham, and Everton, and even had a brief but infamous spell as England manager. In this episode, Big Sam opens up…
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The Harsh Reality of Life Outside the Tennis Elite, with Conor Niland
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Think pro tennis is all glamour? Think again. In this episode, Jake and Damian sit down with former Irish Tennis pro Conor Niland, who reached a high of No 129 in the world, to explore the untold reality of life on the tour for the 99% of players who never make the headlines. Conor got within one set of playing Federer at Wimbledon and faced Djokov…
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How To Make Fast and Accurate Decisions | The OODA Loop
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Triple H didn’t just dominate in the ring, he learned how to read a room, shift direction in real time, and lead an entire industry by listening closely. In this episode, we unpack the surprising psychology behind his success and explore how the powerful mental model known as the OODA loop (Observe. Orient. Decide. Act.) can help anyone make faster…
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Dan Burn: From Silent Suffering to Rewriting Newcastle’s Story (E357)
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Premier League Defender Dan Burn opens up about the impact of Eddie Howe’s leadership, how genuine communication and taking the time to connect with players makes a difference beyond just tactics. He reflects on the rollercoaster journey from near relegation to competing in the Champions League, and how winning the League Cup wasn’t just about the …
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The Truth About Pressure: What It Builds in You
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Pressure shows up at the front door in broad daylight, stress lurks in the shadows of your own mind. One is the world’s expectation. The other is your own resistance to it. In this episode, Jake and Damian unpack the crucial difference between pressure and stress, and why understanding it can transform how you handle challenges. Drawing insights fr…
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The 90 Second Habit That Can Change Your Life, with Mo Gawdat
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Mo lost his son, Ali, in a tragic and avoidable surgery. It’s the kind of grief that could break anyone. But instead of shutting down, he turned toward the pain, with honesty, logic, and a question that changed everything: Can we train ourselves to be happy, even after heartbreak? One insight stood out: the 90-second rule. According to Mo (and back…
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For this episode, we are joined by a dream guest - it’s former Coventry City, Southampton and Celtic manager Gordon Strachan! Gordon shares all on his time at Coventry City: from working with Big Ron Atkinson to having Noel Whelan as a lodger, and even trying to bring a teenage Andrea Pirlo to Highfield Road! He talks us through his spell at Southa…
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How to Stop Letting People Put You in a Box
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You don’t have to be who the world tells you to be, and sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do is step outside the box others have put you in. In this episode, Jake and Damian dive into the idea of breaking free from the labels others place on us, and the ones we place on ourselves. Through compelling reflections and lessons from guests like…
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Muhammad Ali’s Leadership Habit That Set Him Apart
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Undefeated boxing champion and entrepreneur Laila Ali takes us ringside, then into the heart of what it means to belong. In this episode of Essential Habits, we uncover the deceptively simple practice her father, Muhammad Ali, modeled again and again: looking after the person no one else notices. Through Laila’s stories, from waiting in queues of a…
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Dominic Calvert-Lewin: My Story on Being Misunderstood, Judged, But Resilient (E355)
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Dominic Calvert-Lewin is a Premier League striker known for his athleticism, drive, and key role at Everton FC. But beyond the goals and headlines, he’s also faced a tough road of injuries, personal setbacks, and intense pressure. In this episode, Dominic opens up about some of his lowest moments, times when injury left him feeling broken and lost.…
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Chris Voss: The FBI’s #1 Negotiator on Winning Without Saying a Word
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In this episode, we revisit a powerful conversation with Chris Voss, former FBI lead hostage negotiator and bestselling author of Never Split the Difference. In this insightful discussion with Jake and Damian, Chris shares his unique approach to communication, showing how the skills he used in life-or-death negotiations can transform the way we han…
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How Asking One Hard Question Builds Deeper Trust, with Alain de Botton
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This new Essential Habits series breaks down the key habits behind high performance, one episode at a time. This week’s habit is deceptively simple: asking better questions. Philosopher Alain de Botton joins us to explore how a single, uncomfortable question, “How have I annoyed you?” can deepen trust, defuse tension, and create stronger connection…
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John Legend: Beyond the Headlines of Miscarriage, Kanye West Fallout & the Hidden Cost of Stardom (E354)
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John Legend is a singer, songwriter, and producer known for his soulful voice, emotional depth, and ability to cross genres with ease. With multiple Grammy Awards, an EGOT to his name, and a career that’s spanned decades, John has also become a voice for compassion, activism, and vulnerability in the public eye. In this episode, John opens up about…
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The second of two correspondence specials - we get through more of the amazing emails and messages we receive from you dear listeners including an incredible email about the 90's Spurs pre match meal requests... Lasagne and Cornflakes combo anyone? Thanks for the continued support we genuinely couldn't make the show without you. Thanks, Chris, Josh…
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The Voice in Your Head Can Make or Break You
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The voice in your head can either push you forward or hold you back. In this episode, Jake and Damian delve into the powerful impact of self-talk on performance, mindset, and emotional well-being. They explore how the inner dialogue we carry can shape our identity, build resilience, or quietly sabotage our efforts, depending on how we manage it. Re…
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The first of two correspondence specials, we get through some of the amazing emails and messages we receive from you dear listeners - because let's face it what could be more thrilling than finding out Han Segers was a Lego enthusiast? The answer....is nothing... Thanks for the continued support we genuinely couldn't make the show without you. Than…
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How Sharing Good News Changes Everything, with James Timpson
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Sometimes, the most radical thing a leader can do is trust. That’s what struck me in my conversation with James Timpson, not just the results he’s achieved, but the mindset behind them. James runs a business where people matter more than policies, and where the golden rules aren’t about performance metrics, they’re about showing up, looking the par…
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Callum Wilson: Opening Up About His Haunted Past and the Battles You Didn’t See (E353)
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Callum Wilson is a Premier League striker known for his sharp finishing and explosive pace on the pitch; but off it, he has an equally powerful story. Warning: this episode contains themes of suicide and trauma. In this episode, Callum opens up about the darker side of his upbringing, including dealing with suicidal thoughts as a teen and the emoti…
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This ep we've got a 90's Festive Football Special where we discuss everything from Boxing Day and New Years fixtures, 90's Football Christmas presents, Club Christmas parties (the good, bad, and ugly) the unrivalled joy of getting the latest football game and / or console for Christmas in the 90's and much, much more.... Enjoy! Have a great new yea…
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QKWHS Live at The Lowry with Justin Moorhouse (Jan 2022)
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We've got a very special episode exclusive to QK Fan Club members only. The Quickly Kevin Live show from The Lowry in Salford where we were joined by comedian, actor and Manchester United fan Justin Moorhouse for a brilliant night of niche 90's based fun. **Trigger warning: the consumption of food way past sell by date takes place in this episode**…
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194. ITS FOOTBALL DAY - Cup Winners all over the shop
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An episode for Spurs and Palace fans to savour, even if we do talk about how terrible that Europa League final was. Because it was dreadful. However it really has been the season of trophy droughts coming to an end, Spurs, Newcastle and Palace have all won a trophy after a long time, particularly Palace who win their first every professional trophy…
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Today Jake and Damian break down why your habits matter more than you think. Did you know 43% of what you do each day is habit, not conscious choice? That means nearly half your day is lived on autopilot. So where is your autopilot taking you? This episode breaks down: Why tiny daily actions shape your entire identity How Sam Tomkins, James Clear, …
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QKWHS - The Chris Scull Clip Show Special Yes, it's the C.S.C.S.S... One of this months bonus episodes is a Chris Scull clip special - yes Mr West Ham himself has selected his favourite football (and beyond) clips from the archives for us to dissect and discuss. Featuring Keegan on Superstars, a 13 year old Michael Carrick, and some classic Harry R…
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This episode we take a deep dive into some iconic 90's Football Fall-Outs. We've got Houllier vs Ginola. Fergie vs Keegan. And Andy Cole vs Teddy Sheringham. We loved peeling away the layers and getting to the bottom of the animosity of stories we were familiar with but didn't fully know the catalyst (and repercussions) in all their petty, exquisit…
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How to Stop Letting Labels Define You, with Rio Ferdinand
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There’s a certain kind of strength that comes from knowing who you are, even when the world tries to tell you otherwise. That’s what stood out in my conversation with Rio Ferdinand. Not just the success, but the mindset behind it: the habit of refusing to be reduced to a single story. Rio’s journey is a lesson in identity, drive, and turning fear i…
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Mark Bowen | How City almost signed Messi, Palace WON the FA Cup & Europa League Final Combined XI!
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Former Reading head of football operations Mark Bowen is our next special guest on the latest episode of No Tippy Tappy Football. Mark Bowen sits down alongside Sam Allardyce and Natalie Pike to discuss all things football from the HUGE Europa League final to how close Manchester City were to signing Lionel Messi? Mark and Sam talk about the recent…
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