Middle Please, Umpire - a Cricket Podcast
by Miles Jupp, Mark Wood, Electric Sports, Playback Media
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- 🇩🇪DE · Cricket#47100K to 300K
- 🇨🇦CA · Cricket#5130K to 100K
- 🇬🇧GB · Cricket#5630K to 100K
- 🇦🇺AU · Cricket#8430K to 100K
- 🇺🇸US · Cricket#1365K to 30K
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166K to 525K🎙 ~2x weekly·62 episodes·Last published 7mo ago - Monthly Reach
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331K to 1.1M🇩🇪29%🇹🇼29%🇨🇦10%+6 more - Active Followers
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99K to 315K
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S7 Ep 11: Ashes Preview Bonus - Part 2
Nov 18, 2025
37m 15s
S7 Ep 10: Ashes Preview Special - Part 1
Nov 7, 2025
56m 06s
S7 Ep9: At the time of writing...
Jul 17, 2025
1h 06m 55s
S7 Ep8: Jonathan F****** River
Jun 10, 2025
1h 14m 23s
S7 Ep7: Woody’s third eye
May 6, 2025
1h 16m 10s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/25 | S7 Ep 11: Ashes Preview Bonus - Part 2✨ | Ashes PreviewCricket+3 | — | Ferraro Rocher | Loughborough | AshesCricket+5 | Vitality | 37m 15s | |
| 11/7/25 | S7 Ep 10: Ashes Preview Special - Part 1✨ | Ashes preparationcricket+3 | Mark Wood | Playback MediaLikemind Media | — | Ashescricket+3 | Vitality | 56m 06s | |
| 7/17/25 | S7 Ep9: At the time of writing...✨ | cricketinterview+4 | Lawrence Booth | WisdenPlayback Media+1 | Northants | cricketWisden+5 | Vitality | 1h 06m 55s | |
| 6/10/25 | S7 Ep8: Jonathan F****** River✨ | cricketcomedy+3 | Alan Davies | Playback MediaVitality Cricket+1 | — | cricketAlan Davies+5 | Vitality | 1h 14m 23s | |
| 5/6/25 | S7 Ep7: Woody’s third eye✨ | cricketmusic+4 | Alex Rice | Playback MediaElectric Sports | Monmouth | cricketAlex Rice+6 | Vitalitymiddlepleaseumpire | 1h 16m 10s | |
| 4/16/25 | S7 Ep6: Hot Shots, Part Deux✨ | crickethealth insurance+4 | Malith Madurasinghe | Playback Media | EnglandIndia | crickethealth insurance+5 | Vitalitymiddlepleaseumpire | 1h 10m 49s | |
| 12/4/24 | S7 Ep5: A gentleman, cricketer, and soldier✨ | World War IIcricket history+3 | James Holland | Middle Please, UmpireElectric Sports+1 | — | cricketWorld War II+3 | Vitality | 1h 21m 01s | |
| 11/19/24 | S7 Ep4: Babyccinos with the Wiz✨ | cricketfranchise cricket+3 | Chris Woakes | Playback MediaNathan Kosky+1 | — | cricketChris Woakes+4 | Vitality | 1h 10m 14s | |
| 10/29/24 | S7 Ep3: Malcolm in the middle✨ | cricketinterview+3 | Devon Malcolm | Playback Media | — | Devon Malcolmcricket+3 | Vitality | 1h 06m 36s | |
| 10/14/24 | S7 Ep2: An Izzy of all trades✨ | cricketcommentary+3 | Izzy Westbury | RAFPlayback Media+1 | — | Izzy Westburycricket+3 | — | 1h 00m 32s | |
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| 8/16/24 | S7 Ep1: Fried egg sandwich calzone | On the back of Woody’s stellar performances we have brought forward the first episode of our new run! More to come soon, but the guys catch up on matters from breakfasts to some of the more weighty cricketing matters; plus trial a new Super Over for season 7. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 47m 20s | ||||||
| 5/2/24 | S6 Ep8: Carpe Diem | The last one of our current season, as Miles gets the inside track from Woody about his recent honour as a Wisden Cricketer of the Year, as well as his preparation for the summer. A lovely mailbag rounds off our series. Back soon! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 59m 28s | ||||||
| 3/1/24 | S6 Ep7: Hopes and fears | Keane lead singer Tom Chaplin is a brilliant guest as he shares tales from his cricketing youth and general love of the game. We also unveil some alternate Mark Wood namesakes across the UK. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 07m 18s | ||||||
| 2/8/24 | S6 Ep6 The bowler’s Holding | An extended episode as West Indies pace legend, and cricket commentator par excellence, Michael Holding joins us to talk about his career and influence on Woody’s career. Mark and Miles also catch up following the first Test in India. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 20m 30s | ||||||
| 1/31/24 | S6 Ep5 Gravy or nothing | We get a fascinating glimpse into the backroom of elite cricket as Ben Langley, the man Woody credits with saving his career as England physio, and now Mumbai Indians’ head of sports science, joins for a chat. Miles and Woody catch up, plus another strong mailbag. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 09m 33s | ||||||
| 1/24/24 | S6 Ep4: Arms and legs all over the place | We are all Isa Guha fans, and she storms in as our very special guest. With the guys now both on tour, Woody explains the importance of gravy to Miles. A memorable mailbag letter drops onto the mat as well. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 06m 58s | ||||||
| 1/3/24 | S6 Ep3: Free Billy! | After a hiatus, we are back to resume season 6. We’re joined by England bowler and Step One ambassador Tash Farrant. Woody and Miles discuss the raging controversy around Phil Salt’s dog! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 06m 47s | ||||||
| 10/12/23 | S6 Ep2: Not spicy, just unusual | Mike Brearley; England’s legendary captain and cricket mind, joins us as our special guest for a brilliant chat. Meanwhile Woody and Miles discuss the important issues of the day, including the World Cup, cuddly toy dogs and Indian savoury snacks. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Spond - download for free here https://spond.sng.link/D472x/3nti/ukqi Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 14m 29s | ||||||
| 9/28/23 | S6 Ep1: Cuddles on the boundary | We are back with a new season, releasing episodes as regularly as cricket schedules allow. This week our hosts catch up as Woody prepares for the World Cup, while Miles gets some hugs on the boundary at Cardiff. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 58m 53s | ||||||
| 7/17/23 | S5 update: 20 minutes of solid Wood | A hotly requested mini pod, as Miles has a catch-up with co-host and hero of the 3rd Test, our own Mark Wood. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 22m 03s | ||||||
| 6/14/23 | S5 Ep8: Live in Ashington | Our second ever live recording as we journey to Woody’s home club at Ashington CC on the eve of the Ashes. We look at what’s ahead this summer while Miles learns a whole new language! With thanks to Ashington CC and our live sponsor www.Spond.com/ Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 06m 59s | ||||||
| 5/4/23 | S5 Ep7: Morné’s Barmy Army | Woody’s IPL bowling coach and pace legend Morné Morkel joins the guys to discuss his chaotic debut for South Africa amongst a range of topics from his career. Meanwhile the mailbag is not to be missed as we bring Season 5 to a close…for now. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 14m 07s | ||||||
| 4/14/23 | S5 Ep6: Bears, kangaroos, and Danny Kelly | Legendary sports broadcaster, music journalist and unlikely cricket lover, Danny Kelly joins the guys this week in a really engrossing chat on cricket and much more. Woody and Miles discuss Mark’s successful start in the IPL with Lucknow. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 19m 52s | ||||||
| 4/5/23 | S5 Ep5: Midfielder Please, Umpire | We’re back and joined by Newcastle United midfielder and Tynemouth CC bowler, Sean Longstaff. He reveals his love of cricket and hatred of truffle, while Woody and Miles chat on the eve of Mark’s successful debut for Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 07m 04s | ||||||
| 3/2/23 | S5 Ep4: Everything but the admin | What a special guest; the legend David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd. We chat about his amazing career, with tales aplenty. Meanwhile Woody records a podcast from the outfield at an England training session as he turns roving reporter, introducing Miles to just about anyone he can find! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email middleplease@hotmail.com Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited): www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2023 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 11m 10s | ||||||
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Chart Positions
9 placements across 9 markets.
Chart Positions
9 placements across 9 markets.