This man has had two of the best cricketing careers of any Englishman ever. One as a swashbuckling, freeflowing, freescoring legend of a batsman... and then a second one as a top quality Rolls Royce of a broadcaster who was the pioneer of commentary and hosting for Sky Sports alongside his good old mate Sir Ian Botham. 

Enjoy an hour's chat with he, Chris Millard, James Gregg and Jack Brooks... whilst the lads also ask for your TOP RUN SCORER and TOP WICKET TAKER picks from the ongoing India series.

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The second cricketing knight comes to the podcast to start our new series here on The Shackles Are Off, and what a legend he is too... Sir Andrew Strauss is a giant of the game, and was at the helm for arguably one of the best moments for England in cricketing history. 

Here he talks 10/11 Ashes (obviously!!), as well as his own cricketing journey, tells a few great tales... and more importantly talks about the upcoming #RedForRuth day, which celebrates and raises money for the Foundation that was set up in memory of his late wife Ruth Strauss. 

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Our first Aussie (well, kind of) joins the podcast.... Nick Hockley is the head honcho for this winter's opposition in the Ashes.... but hails from the Birmingham area of the UK and the biggest question is 'who does he support this winter?!'..... listen to find out....

But seriously, a great man who's overseen some of the biggest and best sporting events the world has seen so far, and we get his thoughts on fans coming back....... as well as various other challenges he's faced since taking over as the CEO on a permanent basis last month. 

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It was one of the most comprehensive victories and magical few weeks that any cricket fan has ever seen. England's fine men smashed Australia in the final to win the ICC World T20 in the Caribbean eleven years ago TODAY.... and to mark the occasion Chris Millard and James Gregg are lucky enough to be joined by three of the heroes... Skipper Paul Collingwood, joint-high wicket taker Ryan Sidebottom and swashbuckling seamer Tim Bresnan.

For the next 42 minutes, strap in as they tell you the tale of how they did it... how Andy Flower had to just let the lads do what they wanted... and what the celebrations were like.

If you want to watch rather than listen, the full chat is available on our YouTube channel, England's Barmy Army. 

We hope you enjoy!!

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'an international standard player, playing county cricket'... that's how our Brooksy describes Dane Vilas. Adopted Lancastrian, former Protea and all round great bloke is loving his years playing at Old Trafford and skippering the side.

A great guest to end on with the county season just starting... we'll be back in 6 weeks or so!

Enjoy!

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One of the most exciting and sought-after white-ball players in the world, Liam Livingstone joins the boys on the podcast to chat about everything from the IPL, to his T20I debut, to his world-record knock playing for Nantwich which thrust him into the public consciousness a few years ago.

Call of Duty gets a mention, as does his and Brooksy's days together as housemates during a winter in Perth.

Episode also includes a BELTING story in the intro. Not to be missed! 

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One of the best/worst nicknames in sport... wow. Warts and all, David Nash bares every single part of his brilliant self on this podcast where he joins The Shackles Are Off to discuss being the U19 Bradman, addiction, parading naked at Lord's, his foray into business and much more. 

A great podcast well worth sharing with your friends, subscribing and leaving a review too!

Remember to get in touch [email protected]

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Rapid. That's what Tymal Mills bowls. 

He's got a great story, and lots more to give not only in franchise cricket and for his beloved Sussex.... but also for England too. 

He joins the lads for a chat about his journey, his million-pound contract in the IPL a few years back, injuries and England white-ball aspirations.

Remember to follow and subscribe - or head to our social channels.... or get involved in the correspondence with [email protected]

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Everyone dreams of being a sportsman, or working in the music industry... and this lad has done both. And not by halves either!!! 

280 first-class wickets and now working in the music industry, Chris Millard, Jack Brooks and James Gregg sit down for a chat with Kyle Hogg and they absolutely love it!!

We hope you do too.

Remember to keep getting in touch with the podcast, [email protected], @TheBarmyArmy, or @englandsbarmyarmy 

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A brilliant bowler, a master entertainer, a keen Barmy Army song writer, all-round nice bloke and a World Cup winner.

Woody joins Brooksy, Millard and Greggy to discuss everything from his recent bath-time swimming to that day back at Lord's where he became a World Champion.

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