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- 🇬🇧GB · Football#1865K to 30K
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2.5K to 15K🎙 ~2x weekly·51 episodes·Last published 1w ago - Monthly Reach
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5K to 30K🇬🇧100% - Active Followers
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In conversation with Ian Clarke
Jun 11, 2026
1h 21m 54s
In conversation with Tom Sloan
Jun 4, 2026
1h 39m 00s
In conversation with Jonny Frazer
May 28, 2026
1h 30m 17s
In conversation with Adam Harwood
May 21, 2026
51m 09s
Mental Health Week Special | Walk A Mile In My Boots I Man On
May 14, 2026
31m 15s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/11/26 | ![]() In conversation with Ian Clarke✨ | Glentoran Football ClubIrish League football+4 | Ian Clarke | Glentoran Football ClubArkmedia | Irish League | Glentoranfootball club+5 | — | 1h 21m 54s | |
| 6/4/26 | ![]() In conversation with Tom Sloan✨ | academy footballmental health in sports+3 | Tom Sloan | Manchester UnitedArkmedia | Northern Ireland | Tom SloanManchester United+5 | — | 1h 39m 00s | |
| 5/28/26 | ![]() In conversation with Jonny Frazer✨ | Irish League footballfootball career+5 | Jonny Frazer | LinfieldArkmedia+3 | Australia | Jonny FrazerIrish League+5 | — | 1h 30m 17s | |
| 5/21/26 | ![]() In conversation with Adam Harwood✨ | football journeyScottish football+4 | Adam Harwood | GlentoranDundee United+2 | Scottish footballIrish League | Adam HarwoodJohnny McMurray+5 | — | 51m 09s | |
| 5/14/26 | ![]() Mental Health Week Special | Walk A Mile In My Boots I Man On✨ | mental healthfootball+4 | Jenny McClureDanny McClenaghan+2 | — | Mourneview Park | mental healthfootball+5 | — | 31m 15s | |
| 5/7/26 | ![]() In conversation with Dylan McGeouch✨ | footballinterview+3 | Dylan McGeouch | CelticHibernian+2 | — | Dylan McGeouchfootball career+5 | — | 1h 35m 32s | |
| 4/30/26 | ![]() In conversation with Michael Carvill✨ | football insightsIrish League+3 | Michael Carvill | ArkmediaSpotify+2 | Irish LeagueArkmedia Studios | footballIrish League+3 | — | 1h 54m 14s | |
| 4/23/26 | ![]() In conversation with Chris Ramsey✨ | Chris Ramseyfootball journey+3 | Chris Ramsey | — | West BelfastManchester City | footballManchester City+2 | — | 1h 45m 45s | |
| 4/16/26 | ![]() In conversation with Seamus Heath✨ | footballplayer development+2 | Seamus Heath | — | — | football developmentcoaching mistakes+1 | — | 1h 49m 12s | |
| 4/2/26 | ![]() In conversation with Stephen O'Flynn✨ | footballcareer transitions+2 | Stephen O'Flynn | YouTubeSpotify+3 | England | dreamEngland+2 | — | 1h 29m 38s | |
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| 3/26/26 | ![]() In conversation with Guy Bates✨ | Newcastle UnitedIrish League+3 | Guy Bates | SpotifyApple+6 | — | real storiesreal opinions+1 | — | 1h 30m 32s | |
| 3/19/26 | ![]() In conversation with James Knowles✨ | career decisionsinjury setbacks+2 | James Knowles | SpotifyApple+7 | — | Premier LeagueIrish League+1 | — | 1h 39m 30s | |
| 3/12/26 | ![]() In conversation with Ryan Catney✨ | West BelfastBrendan Rodgers+3 | Ryan Catney | YouTubeSpotify+6 | West BelfastEngland+1 | footballdressing room life+2 | — | 1h 14m 30s | |
| 3/5/26 | ![]() In conversation with Calum Birney✨ | Irish Leaguefootball career+2 | Calum Birney | the Irish LeagueKnockbreda+2 | — | KnockbredaGlentoran+2 | — | 1h 50m 24s | |
| 2/19/26 | ![]() In conversation with Alan Blayney✨ | goalkeepingPremier League+3 | Alan Blayney | the Premier LeagueSouthampton+4 | — | footballSouthampton+3 | — | 1h 24m 55s | |
| 2/12/26 | ![]() In conversation with Paul McAreavey✨ | Irish Leaguefootball+3 | Paul McAreavey | LinfieldIrish League+5 | — | footballing lifeIrish League success+2 | — | 1h 25m 43s | |
| 2/5/26 | ![]() In conversation with Dee McAuley✨ | mental healthfootball+4 | Dee McAuley | YouTubeSpotify+1 | — | mental health supportpressures in football+2 | — | 1h 10m 35s | |
| 1/29/26 | ![]() In conversation with Neil Masters | 🎙️ NOW LIVE: Neil Masters on the On The Spot Football PodcastIn this powerful and deeply personal episode, former footballer Neil Masters opens up about the highs and lows of his journey — from being offered a dream opportunity by Harry Redknapp to facing battles with injury, depression, and life after football.Neil speaks candidly about:His career across the waterMental health struggles and feeling like a burdenThe challenge of asking for help, even with top contactsThe importance of fatherhood and what keeps him goingAn emotional, eye-opening conversation that reminds us all what really matters — and how footballers are human too.📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios | Produced by Arkmedia🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all major platforms.#NeilMasters #OnTheSpotPodcast #FootballMentalHealth #IrishLeague #HarryRedknapp #LifeAfterFootball #SuicidePrevention #MensMentalHealth #Arkmedia | — | ||||||
| 1/22/26 | ![]() In conversation with Kieran O’Connor | In one of our most powerful and honest episodes yet, Kieron O’Connor opens up about his life in football, the reality of coaching kids, and the emotional battles he’s faced off the pitch.⚽ From signing for Celtic to trials at Bolton Wanderers, Kieron shares never-before-heard stories from his early playing days and the heartbreaking moment he learned that a fellow young player had been murdered – just for playing for Celtic.💬 He speaks with raw emotion about:Mental health struggles after returning from EnglandThe toxic culture of sideline parenting in youth footballWhy we need to show young people more love, not pressureHow he found purpose again through coaching and helping others🧠 This one’s about more than football. It’s about trauma, resilience, and the power of purpose. A must-listen for coaches, parents, and anyone who cares about the future of our game.📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios | Produced by Arkmedia🎧 Available now on Spotify, YouTube & all major podcast platforms | — | ||||||
| 1/15/26 | ![]() In conversation with Liam Beckett MBE | We cover it all⚽ His Irish League playing & managing days🎤 Broadcasting stories from BBC Radio Ulster🏍 His deep connection with the Dunlop family & the road racing world🇬🇧 Being awarded an MBE for services to sport and the communityThis is one not to miss — raw stories, strong opinions, and that unmistakable Beckett honesty.📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios | Produced by Arkmedia🎙 Hosted by Jonathan McMurray | — | ||||||
| 1/8/26 | ![]() In conversation Keith Bailie | One of the most respected voices in Northern Irish football journalism, Keith Bailie joins On The Spot for a brilliant conversation.We chat:⚽ The evolving Irish League💰 Financial power & club success📉 The struggles of big-name clubs in the 2000s🗞️ What it’s really like covering the game from the press box👉 Watch now on YouTube👉 Listen on Spotify & all platforms🎧 Presented by Jonathan McMurray🎥 Filmed & produced by Arkmedia Studios | — | ||||||
| 12/24/25 | ![]() In conversation with Pete Snodden | On our Christmas Special of the On The Spot Podcast, we sit down for a festive chat with one of Northern Ireland’s most familiar voices — a man who’s been part of some of the biggest nights at Windsor Park 🎤⚽From his very first game back in 2008 to becoming the voice of the national stadium, he tells the incredible story of how a football fan from Belfast found himself announcing goals for his country! 💚🎅 Hosted by Jonathan McMurray🎥 Produced by Arkmedia📍 Filmed at Arkmedia Studios | — | ||||||
| 12/18/25 | ![]() In conversation with Alan Snoddy | From refereeing in the Irish League at 16 to walking out alongside Maradona at the World Cup, this is not your average football story. In this episode of the On The Spot Football Podcast, Johnny McMurray sits down with Alan Snoddy, the legendary Northern Irish referee who has seen it all – from the Dub, to the World Stage. We talk: • Starting out young & learning the hard way • Refereeing Linfield v Glentoran in front of 15,000 fans • Handling sectarian tensions on the pitch • His World Cup moments – yes, including THAT Diego Maradona match • Why VAR is both a blessing and a curse • The future of refereeing in Northern Ireland • Ref advice, abuse, and what he’d change to save the game • And… the truth behind how he kept his moustache intact through it all A fascinating insight for fans, players, coaches, and future referees. Full interview now live on all major platforms Presented by Johnny McMurray Produced by Arkmedia and filmed at Arkmedia Studios Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe. | — | ||||||
| 12/11/25 | ![]() In conversation with Nicola McCarthy | Johnny McMurray is joined by broadcaster, presenter, ex-player and media trailblazer Nicola McCarthy, the first female guest on the podcast — and what an incredible conversation it is. From playing football as a kid with the boys, to presenting for Manchester City during their Premier League glory days, to paving the way for women in sports media, Nicola shares it all.We talk:✅ The rise of women’s football in Northern Ireland✅ Playing with and against legends like Marissa Callaghan & Julie Nelson✅ Behind-the-scenes with Aguero, De Bruyne, Tevez & Kompany✅ Sacrifices of being a working mum in elite sport✅ Her passion for the future of the game — and what’s next…It’s funny, emotional, inspiring, and full of stories you won’t want to miss. | — | ||||||
| 12/4/25 | ![]() In conversation with Barry Gray | From Mid-Ulster to the Premiership: The Untold StoryThe next guest on On The Spot Football Podcast is one of Northern Irish football's most fascinating figures.⚽ The JourneyStarted coaching at 16 in a community centreTook Warrenpoint Town from Mid-Ulster League to the PremiershipKept a small regional club at the top level for 7 out of 10 yearsManaged Cliftonville and Newry City💼 The BusinessmanSuccessful entrepreneur who balanced boardroom and dugoutOne of the few managers who understood both sides of the coin💪 The SurvivorFought throat and neck cancer while managingMade the toughest decision: choosing life over football🔥 "Players were on £50 a week at Cliftonville competing in Europe"😤 "I had no training facilities, no warm-up gear, and no manager's office at Newry"⚖️ "The relegation injustice at Warrenpoint - we took it to court"👥 "We treat players like players. We should treat them like people"🎯 "The problem with Irish League football? We've missed the people part of it"This isn't just a football story. It's about survival, ambition, making impossible decisions, and what it really takes to succeed with nothing.Now live on all podcast platformsHosted by Johnny McMurray | — | ||||||
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