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When TV sports presenter Gary Newbon suffered a stroke, he received a special ‘Get Well’ message - a handwritten note from Brian Clough and his wife Barbara.

Their close working relationship went back as far as Cloughie’s days at Derby and continued throughout his time with Nottingham Forest.

Brian always remained loyal to Newbon, ensuring he got the interviews he needed - even when it was straight after a 4-0 defeat.

Newbon paved the way for the instant post-match TV interviews that we take for granted these days. His new book looks back at an amazing career spanning 50 years.

In this fascinating chat with pod host Marcus Alton, Gary explains the impact Clough had on his career and why he’ll always be grateful for the support of the Miracle Manager.

Author Marcus Alton tells the story behind the book Brian Clough The Lost Tapes.

There's also a chance to win a signed copy of the book which lifts the lid on a treasure trove of Cloughie stories.

Brian Clough The Lost Tapes is supporting two good causes. Signed copies are available at the Cloughie shop.

Brian Clough gave him a peck on the cheek on live television. And now sports broadcaster Gary Newbon has recalled that memorable kiss in our latest pod.

Cloughie always remained loyal to Newbon, ensuring he got the interviews he needed - even when it was straight after a 4-0 defeat.

Newbon paved the way for the instant post-match TV interviews that we take for granted these days. His new book looks back at an amazing career spanning 50 years.

This pod is the trailer for the full interview.

When Brian Rice made his debut for Brian Clough’s Nottingham Forest on a Tuesday night in September 1985, it came as a big surprise to the Scottish midfielder.

He thought he was going with the squad to Anfield just for a bit of experience.

"It was completely out of the blue," says Rice. "To make your debut against Liverpool at Anfield was something really, really special."

After the match, which Forest lost, Clough gave the team four days off. He told them not to report for duty until the following Sunday, when they faced Leicester City away.

For Rice, it seemed strange to have all that time off without training. "The lads said, 'Don't say anything, just turn-up on Sunday.'"

Forest beat Leicester 3-0, with Rice on the scoresheet.

"He had his own unique way - the Brian Clough way - and it worked," Rice tells pod host Marcus Alton.

It's one of many great Cloughie stories the former Scottish international recalls in this entertaining episode.

Brian Clough’s unique way of working came as quite a surprise to his young signing, Brian Rice.

“He would close the physio’s door and tell the physio to take the week off and the injured to come back when they were fit. He locked the gym - he didn’t like us doing gym work.”

Each day was different, or “Guess What’s Happening Day,” as Rice describes it in his chat with Green Jumper host Marcus Alton.

“He had his own unique way - the Brian Clough way - and it worked.”

Rice recalls some wonderful Cloughie stories in this teaser for the full episode.

Archie Gemmill is perfectly placed to talk about the rollercoaster ride of working with the legendary Brian Clough.

Gemmill won two league titles with Cloughie, at Derby County and Nottingham Forest, before later becoming a confidante of Old Big 'Ead as part of his Forest coaching staff.

In this fascinating chat with pod host Marcus Alton, the former Scottish international talks about:

• Waking-up at home to find Clough having breakfast downstairs.
• The match-day disagreements behind the scenes.
• The devastation of being left out of Clough’s 1979 European Cup Final side.
• Working with Cloughie as part of his coaching staff.
• Being refused permission by Clough to play in Pele's testimonial match.

There’s humour, reflection and - ultimately - praise from the former midfield maestro as he recalls special times with the Miracle Manager.

Archie Gemmill won two league titles with Brian Clough, at Derby County and Nottingham Forest, before later becoming a confidante of Cloughie as part of his Forest coaching staff.

In this fascinating chat recorded at an East Midlands sports club with pod host Marcus Alton, Gemmill talks about:

• The match-day disagreements behind the scenes.
• The devastation of being left out of Clough’s 1979 European Cup Final side.
• Working with Cloughie as part of his coaching staff.

There’s humour, reflection and - ultimately - praise from the former midfield maestro as he recalls special times with the Miracle Manager.

Former England defender Viv Anderson recalls some brilliant Brian Clough stories in this entertaining interview with pod host Marcus Alton.

From a 'Clough kiss' before a match, to breaking Cloughie's curfew after winning the European Cup.

Plus Viv talks about the inspiring story of 'Local Heroes' - the feature length documentary film of how three Nottingham lads (Viv, Tony Woodcock and Garry Birtles) beat the odds to reach the pinnacle of club football and achieve worldwide fame.

'Local Heroes' is a fascinating footballing story which takes a nostalgic look at the personal stories behind Cloughie's European glory days. It's available on DVD, blu-ray and digital.

Colin Barrett will always be remembered for scoring one of the greatest goals in Brian Clough's European Cup glory days.

As well as recalling that wonderful volley against Liverpool, Colin talks about his memories of working with Cloughie and playing alongside John Robertson.

In this full-length episode, Colin also tells pod host Marcus Alton about what happened when he went into Cloughie's office to ask for a pay rise.

The result was classic Cloughie!

There's also the chance to win a book signed by Colin.

It was an emotional farewell as Brian Clough retired from football management in May 1993.

His managerial career included two league titles, two European Cups, four League Cups and a host of other trophies, plus many Manager of the Month awards.

In this bonus episode, host Marcus Alton hears from a fan who joined Cloughie on the pitch after his final home league match, and another fan who was invited into his office following his last game (a reserve fixture) at the City Ground.