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Port Vale CEO - Matt Hancock ("Seeing Behind The Vale"")
May 22, 2026
1h 29m 48s
Lincoln City Academy Manager - Calum Oakenfold ("City Boys"")
May 8, 2026
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Lincoln City Academy Manager - Calum Oakenfold ("We Value Education And Football"") - Episode 26 snippet")
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Lincoln City Academy Manager - Calum Oakenfold ("Playing Arsenal Is Challenge"") - Episode 26 snippet")
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Lincoln City Academy Manager - Calum Oakenfold ("Falling Out Of Love With Football"") - Episode 26 snippet")
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/22/26 |  Port Vale CEO - Matt Hancock ("Seeing Behind The Vale"") | I’m joined by Matt Hancock the CEO of EFL League 1 team Port Vale, on Episode 27 of my podcast.Matt shares with me his journey to becoming a club executive. He discusses the importance of adaptability, hard work, youth development, the sustainability of lower league academies and strategic decision-making in football management. | 1h 29m 48s | ||||||
| 5/8/26 |  Lincoln City Academy Manager - Calum Oakenfold ("City Boys"")✨ | football coachingyouth development+4 | Calum Oakenfold | Lincoln CityEFL | — | football coachingyouth development+5 | — | 1h 21m 12s | |
| 5/7/26 |  Lincoln City Academy Manager - Calum Oakenfold ("We Value Education And Football"") - Episode 26 snippet")✨ | football academyeducation in sports+3 | Calum Oakenfold | Lincoln City | — | Lincoln CityCalum Oakenfold+5 | — | 1m 30s | |
| 5/5/26 |  Lincoln City Academy Manager - Calum Oakenfold ("Playing Arsenal Is Challenge"") - Episode 26 snippet")✨ | youth footballacademy development+3 | Calum Oakenfold | Lincoln CityArsenal+2 | — | Lincoln CityCalum Oakenfold+7 | — | 1m 35s | |
| 5/1/26 |  Lincoln City Academy Manager - Calum Oakenfold ("Falling Out Of Love With Football"") - Episode 26 snippet")✨ | academy footballplayer development+3 | Calum Oakenfold | Lincoln City | — | Lincoln Cityacademy manager+5 | — | 1m 30s | |
| 4/30/26 |  Walsall Academy Manager - Martyn Bowles ("The 2033 Academy Vision"") - Episode 25 snippet")✨ | academy managementfootball vision+4 | Martyn Bowles | Walsall FCWalsall Academy | — | Walsall AcademyMartyn Bowles+5 | — | 1m 30s | |
| 4/28/26 |  Walsall Academy Manager - Martyn Bowles ("Left Footers, Get More Favour"") - Episode 25 snippet")✨ | left footed playersplayer development+3 | Martyn Bowles | Walsall FC | EFL League 2 | left footed playersWalsall FC+3 | — | 1m 30s | |
| 4/26/26 |  Walsall Academy Manager - Martyn Bowles ("We Don't Recruit Only 6ft Player Profiles"") - Episode 25 snippet")✨ | player recruitmentfootball academy+3 | Martyn Bowles | Walsall FCEFL League 2 | — | Walsall FCMartyn Bowles+5 | — | 1m 30s | |
| 4/25/26 |  Walsall Academy Manager - Martyn Bowles ("Our Goalkeepers Play In Centre Midfield"") - Episode 25 snippet")✨ | goalkeeper developmentfootball academy+3 | Martyn Bowles | Walsall FC | EFL League 2 | goalkeepersfootball academy+3 | — | 1m 28s | |
| 4/24/26 |  Walsall FC Academy Manager - Martyn Bowles ("In The Saddle"")✨ | Youth Developmentcoaching strategies+4 | Martyn Bowles | Walsall FCEFL League 2 | — | Walsall FCMartyn Bowles+5 | — | 1h 22m 12s | |
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| 4/17/26 |  Stockport County Academy Manager - Damien Allen ("Control Your Emotions"") - Episode 24 snippet")✨ | emotional controlpsychological demands+3 | Damien Allen | Stockport County FC | — | footballemotions+5 | — | 1m 30s | |
| 4/16/26 |  Middlesbrough Head Of Academy Recruitment - Martin Carter ("Be Patient Developing Talent"") - Episode 23 snippet")✨ | academy recruitmentdeveloping talent+3 | Martin Carter | Middlesbrough FC | — | Middlesbrough FCacademy recruitment+5 | — | 1m 31s | |
| 4/14/26 |  Middlesbrough Head Of Academy Recruitment - Martin Carter ("Plans Are Better Than Pathways"") - Episode 23 snippet")✨ | football recruitmentacademy development+3 | Martin Carter | Middlesbrough FC | — | footballrecruitment+5 | — | 1m 22s | |
| 4/12/26 |  Middlesbrough Head Of Academy Recruitment - Martin Carter ("Character Defines You, More Than Talent"") - Episode 23 snippet")✨ | academy recruitmentfootball talent+3 | Martin Carter | Middlesbrough FC | — | academy recruitmentfootball+5 | — | 1m 29s | |
| 4/10/26 |  Middlesbrough Head Of Academy Recruitment - Martin Carter ("Living On Boro Time")✨ | youth talent identificationfootball development+4 | Martin Carter | Middlesbrough FC | EFL League Two | Middlesbrough FCyouth football+4 | — | 1h 43m 13s | |
| 4/9/26 |  Middlesbrough Head Of Academy Recruitment - Martin Carter ("Player Profiles Are Ludicrous"") - Episode 23 snippet")✨ | football recruitmentplayer profiling+3 | Martin Carter | Middlesbrough FC | — | footballrecruitment+5 | — | 1m 30s | |
| 3/27/26 |  Bristol Rovers Academy Manager - Byron Anthony ("Never Run Out Of Gas") | Byron Anthony, the former defender, now Academy Manager and also currently the Interim First Team Assistant Head Coach of EFL League Two club Bristol Rovers FC tells me on Episode 22 of my Podcast. About his journey from youth player to coaching, emphasizing the importance of discipline, mindset, and development pathways in football. Discover how Bristol Rovers is shaping future talent and the key qualities for success in football academies. | 1h 08m 05s | ||||||
| 3/13/26 |  Sunderland AFC Academy Manager - Robin Nicholls ("Under The Stadium Of Light") | Robin Nicholls, the Academy Manager of Premier League club Sunderland AFC tells me on Episode 21 of my Podcast. About playing youth team football for Brentford, shares insights into youth development, coaching strategies, and the importance of holistic player growth at Sunderland AFC. Robin also speaks about how talent is identified, nurtured, and the role of mental and physical development in creating future football stars. | 1h 07m 56s | ||||||
| 2/27/26 |  Southampton Academy Manager - Duncan Fearnhead ("Angels Of The Saints") | Duncan Fearnhead, the Academy Manager of EFL Championship club Southampton FC tells me on Episode 20 of my Podcast. About his journey from coach to academy manager, his experiences in various football academies, and his current role at Southampton. Duncan shares insights on the importance of player development, the structure of football academies, and the challenges and rewards of working in youth football. The conversation also touches on the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) and the significance of having a clear pathway for young players to progress through the ranks. Duncan also discusses the various components that make up a successful football program, emphasizing the importance of training variety, support services, and the focus on developing professional footballers. He explains how category status influences player development timelines and expectations, and highlights the critical roles of nutrition and sleep in athletic performance. The conversation also touches on the emotional aspects of managing release and retain periods, the definition of youth development, and the value of loan experiences in shaping players' careers. Duncan mentions the strategic planning involved in youth development, emphasizing the importance of individual learning plans that balance team success with personal growth. He shares insights on coaching philosophies, the significance of education, and the challenges of managing expectations from parents and players. He also highlights the benefits of international exposure through European youth leagues and outlines the daily responsibilities of an academy manager. He concludes by discussing the essential qualities needed for players, coaches, scouts, and managers in the academy system. | 1h 45m 51s | ||||||
| 2/13/26 |  Portsmouth FC Academy Manager - Greg Miller ("The Pathway To Portsmouth") | Greg Miller, the Academy Manager of EFL Championship club Portsmouth FC who is departing the club to become the new Charlton Athletic Academy Manager from March 2026 tells me on Episode 19 of my Podcast.About his journey from being a professional footballer to a coach and academy manager. We discuss the importance of family support, discipline, and lifestyle choices in youth football, as well as the challenges and rewards of managing an academy.Greg shares insights on player development, the role of communication with parents, and the metrics for success in youth development. He emphasizes the need for passion in players and the importance of creating an enriching experience for young athletes. | 1h 09m 01s | ||||||
| 1/30/26 |  Watford FC Head Of Academy Coaching Development - Micah Hyde ("Hyde Behind The Ball") | On this episode, I’m joined by someone different to my usual Academy Manager guests.Former Watford Midfielder Micah Hyde, who is now the Head Of Coaching Development at the EFL Championship club Watford FC, tells me on Episode 18 of my Podcast about his journey from a young football enthusiast to a professional player and eventually a coach. Micah discusses the influence of his father, the impact of injuries on his career, and how his passion for football led him to coaching after the birth of his son. Hyde emphasizes the importance of living in the moment, understanding one's role in the game, and the need for education and qualifications in transitioning from a player to a coach plus his overall journey to becoming Head Of Academy Coaching Development at Watford FC. | 1h 29m 36s | ||||||
| 1/16/26 |  Sheffield Wednesday Academy Manager - Jonathan Pepper (Wednesday Motivation) | In the summer of Pre-season 25/26. Jonathan Pepper, the Academy Manager of EFL Championship club Sheffield Wednesday discussed with me on Episode 16 of my Podcast about his journey from being a Sheffield United schoolboy, getting run over by a van which halted his potential football career, to now becoming the academy manager at Sheffield Wednesday. He discusses the evolution of coaching as a profession, the importance of youth development, and the balance between results and player growth. Jon emphasizes the significance of experiences, such as loans, in shaping young players and highlights the challenges they face in today's football landscape.He also reflects on the character and mental resilience required for success in the sport. Jonathan Pepper also discusses the complexities of coaching in youth football, emphasizing the importance of recognizing potential in players, managing parent expectations, and the emotional challenges faced by coaches. He highlights the need for strong relationships with players and parents, the balance between academics and sports, and the multifaceted responsibilities of an academy manager. The discussion also touches on the evolving landscape of academy football, including the impact of technology and the future of coaching roles. | 1h 47m 44s | ||||||
| 1/2/26 |  St Mirren Academy Director - Allan McManus (The Academy Director's Cut) | Allan McManus, the Academy Director of Scottish League Cup Winners St. Mirren, tells me on Episode 17 of my podcast about his journey from being a schoolboy player at Hearts to becoming a coach.Allan also lets me know about the importance of mindset in youth development, and the challenges faced in nurturing young talent.Allan shares insights on the role of data in player development, the significance of resilience, and the impact of parental involvement in youth football. He emphasizes the need for consistency in behavior and the importance of being ready for opportunities in the competitive world of football. | 1h 29m 16s | ||||||
| 12/5/25 |  Oxford United Head Of Football Development - Steven Kinniburgh ("Oxford Graduates" - Episode 15") | Steven Kinniburgh, the Oxford United Head Of Football Development tells me on Episode 15 of my Podcast about his journey from a young player at Glasgow Rangers to becoming an academy manager to now Head Of Football Development at Oxford United. Steven discusses the importance of habits, dedication, and the balance between results and development in youth football. Kinniburgh emphasizes the role of injuries, daily routines, and the significance of shaping good character in young athletes. He also explains the structure of football academies and the impact of nutrition and sleep on performance. Stevie also speaks about the complexities of youth football development, focusing on the challenges of tournament football, the importance of adaptability, and the role of education in shaping young athletes. He emphasizes the need for resilience, the significance of understanding player loans, and the impact of parental expectations on player development. Steven highlights another responsibility he has at the club which is looking after the Girls and Women's football at Oxford United and the unique challenges faced in developing female talent. Throughout the discussion, he shares insights on what it takes to succeed in academy football, including the importance of character, commitment, and the avoidance of excuses. | 1h 32m 21s | ||||||
| 11/21/25 |  Brighton & Hove Albion Women's Academy Manager - Perry Northeast ("Ambitions Of Hove") | Perry Northeast, the Women's Academy Manager of Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club tells me on Episode 14 of my Podcast about Perry's journey from a young player to a coach. The structure and philosophy of the women's academy, and the importance of holistic development for young athletes. Perry shares insights on training, nutrition, resilience, and the evolving landscape of women's football, emphasizing the need for players to be adaptable and well-rounded individuals. The conversation also highlights the challenges and rewards of nurturing talent in a competitive environment, as well as the significance of accountability and performance in youth development at the club. | 53m 17s | ||||||
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