Life With Brian: The Brian McClair Podcast

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Life With Brian: The Brian McClair Podcast episodes

July 17, 2023 Ep. 40 - Wythenshawe to Westeros
Game of Thrones and Moonfall star John Bradley joins Choccy, Mark and Matthew for the new episode. He discusses Manchester United goalies, the pressures of acting, David Beckham's right foot, hooking up with J-Lo, and bizarre football injuries amongst other things!

Music by Liam McClair and Crowander

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1 hr 11 min
June 19, 2023 Ep. 39 - Fergie Sings The Blues
Deacon Blue frontman Ricky Ross joins Brian on this episode to discuss Dundee rivalries, Fergie's driving mishaps, Jim McLean's tongue-lashings, tinkling on the Tannadice terraces, musical success, losing out on number 1 to Timmy Mallett, and much more, including our 'Aft or Daft' quiz!

Music by Liam McClair and Crowander

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1 hr 24 min
May 02, 2023 Ep. 38 - Special Fish
It's a big Hail Hail to acclaimed actor and massive Celtic fan Tony Curran, who joins Choccy, Matthew and Mark for this episode. We get stuck into plenty of chat about their beloved Bhoys, as well as how to outrun a bully, living the L.A. life, delivering 'sandwiches' for Goodfellas, casting Love Street '86: The Movie, and their chippy tea of choice. We also test their celebrity fan knowledge in our quiz, Hoops or Oops!

Music by Liam McClair and Crowander

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1 hr 22 min
April 03, 2023 Ep. 37 - Wayne Rooney's Death Stare
They say that politics and sport shouldn't mix. Well, we ignored that and invited the BBC's Nick Robinson - former political editor and host of Radio 4's Today programme - on to the show to talk about Manchester United, surviving the Stretford End surge, Sir Alex Ferguson, Boris Johnson, Gordon Brown, the art of interviewing, impartiality, being unpopular in Scotland, and there's another quiz!

Music by Liam McClair and Crowander

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1 hr 24 min
February 27, 2023 Ep. 36 - The Man With Two Brians
We've got not one Brian for you on this episode, but two! Joining Choccy is legendary Ireland and Lions rugby captain Brian O'Driscoll who confesses his love for Mark Hughes; discusses Six Nations rivalries; debates players' behaviour and video refereeing in football and rugby; recalls doggy daycare disasters; espouses the merits of Tayto crisps; and there's also a Brian-themed quiz to enjoy!

Music by Liam McClair and Crowander

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1 hr 26 min
January 23, 2023 Ep. 35 - Steak Pie And Charades
New year, new episode! Choccy's back with former WBA Lightweight world champion boxer Anthony Crolla. The discussion turns quickly to football and Manchester United; their admiration for Marcus Rashford; making the switch from pro-sportsman to coach; appearing on game shows; YouTuber boxing, and footballers who you'd want on your side in a fight

Music by Liam McClair and Crowander

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1 hr 24 min
December 27, 2022 Ep. 34 - Breakfast In A Tin
Keen amateur chef Choccy is joined on this episode by cooking royalty Michel Roux. The Michelin-starred chef tells us how a restaurant tip turned him into a Manchester United fan; what David Ginola's pre-match routine was; whether he tried to poison the French president; and how running a kitchen is like managing a football team. We've also got a new quiz for Brian to try and finally win!
Music by Liam McClair and Crowander

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56 min
November 23, 2022 Ep. 33 - Tied To The 90's
The founding editor of Loaded magazine James Brown is Choccy's guest for this epic episode. The lads enjoy chat about the titanic Leeds/Manchester United title tussle of 91/92; James' new book 'Animal House'; the success of Loaded magazine; football and music crossovers; stories of Eric Cantona and Vinnie Jones; and James poses the question: is Sir Alex Ferguson a secret Leeds fan?
Music by Liam McClair and Crowander

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1 hr 45 min
November 01, 2022 Ep. 32 - Three Chords And The Truth
It was a real treat to have broadcasting legend 'Whispering' Bob Harris as our guest on this episode to talk everything from his love of all things Manchester United; the Old Grey Whistle Test; the truth about country music; hanging out with Led Zeppelin, Marc Bolan and President Jimmy Carter; fighting with the Sex Pistols; and much more besides!

Music by Liam McClair and Crowander

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1 hr 37 min
October 06, 2022 Ep. 31 - Labour Of Love
With the UK in political and economic turmoil, it seemed perfect timing to have comedian Matt Forde - host of the brilliant podcast The Political Party - join Brian on the show. We discuss Tory Party madness; the prospects of Sir Keir Starmer and his opposition Labour Party; Tony Blair; Nottingham Forest returning to the Premier League; Brian Clough's man-management skills; favourite gigs; and there's a new political quiz, 'Subs Bench to Front Bench'.

Music by Liam McClair and Crowander

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1 hr 39 min