"I was the kid who came from a little part of paradise."

Brian Clough said he learned to play football by covering every blade of grass in Middlesbrough.

Cloughie always spoke fondly of his hometown. In this episode, pod host Marcus Alton hears stories and memories about Brian's strong connections with the north east.

The editor of the Middlesbrough fanzine 'Fly Me To The Moon' - Robert Nicholls - remembers Cloughie's farewell to Ayresome Park. And how fans queued for three hours to meet their Local Hero.

Middlesbrough historian Dr Tosh Warwick reflects on how Clough's childhood surroundings shaped his outlook on life.

Plus, why a pencil would always remind Brian of his hometown.