On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids are joined by Nigerian football icon John Obi Mikel—AFCON & Champions League winner, Olympic medalist, and a legend of Chelsea’s golden era.

Mikel opens up about everything: from the infamous tackle Crouchy dished out on him, to going toe-to-toe with Roy Keane in Manchester, Mourinho’s ruthless tactics, and why he turned down Manchester United after signing with them.

The lads dive into Mikel’s explosive transfer saga—complete with missing persons reports and undercover meetings with Roman Abramovich—his unfiltered take on the corruption in African football, and the moment he personally funded a flight for Nigeria’s Olympic squad to keep their dreams alive.

You’ll hear stories about Didier Drogba, Frank Lampard, Mo Salah, Kevin De Bruyne, and why Mourinho made Salah cry. This one’s full of heavyweight moments from one of the coolest heads ever to grace a football pitch.

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00:00 – Introduction

03:00 – Power of podcasting and reconnecting with football friends

00:04:00 – Peter Crouch apologises for the worst tackle he’s ever made

00:08:00 – Mikel reflects on the brutal Chelsea vs Liverpool battles

00:12:00 – Training ground fights at Chelsea and Kalou vs Ballack bust-up

00:16:00 – Mourinho's demand: “Defend your teammates—or else”

00:18:00 – Mourinho breaks Mo Salah: “He started crying in the dressing room”

00:20:00 – “Mourinho sent me to train with the reserves”

00:26:00 – Mikel’s kidnap story and smuggling out of Norway

00:33:00 – Roman Abramovich’s undercover meeting with Mikel

00:35:00 – Winning AFCON for Nigeria and the pressure from the entire country

00:43:00 – “I paid for our Olympic team’s flight myself”

00:46:00 – Mikel’s Champions League final: “I bossed that midfield”

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads are let loose on a (questionable) pub quiz, taking on the ultimate test of football knowledge—and things go completely off-script.

With producer Jamie stepping in as quizmaster, Pete, Chris, and Sids are thrown into a whirlwind of Premier League trivia, bizarre football stats, and the kind of curveball questions that make you question everything you thought you knew about the beautiful game.

But in true pod fashion, it’s far from plain sailing. There's chaos over pancake maths, debates about walking stats, a very public golfing humiliation, and an absolutely mental story involving a premier league legend gifting Chris Stark’s mum some cheese (yes, really).

There are shoutouts to podcast icon Tucker’s 19, beefs with rival podcasts, and even a passionate debate on gas vs. charcoal.

Play along, keep score, and let us know in the comments how you did. But be warned—some of these questions will do you in.

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02:25 – the golf swing fail seen ‘round the internet.

07:03 – The surprise quiz episode.

00:08:11 – Are quizzes… erotic?

00:09:43 – Quiz begins: Who kept a clean sheet against Liverpool?

00:14:13 – 3 clean sheets leaves the lads stumped

00:20:03 – “Tucker’s 19” becomes an elite in-joke.

00:23:07 – Revealing the Premier League’s top walker…

00:26:05 – Who is the slowest player in the league?

00:30:02 – Can you trigger a speed camera on foot?

00:42:24 – The UK eats HOW many pancakes in one day?!

00:46:11 – Chris reveals who used to send his mum cheese.

00:52:49 – Listener idea: Golden Goal with a twist – remove a player every 3 minutes!

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AD | In this very special Father’s Day bonus episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, made possible by Courvoisier, Peter Crouch is joined solo by his mentor, former boss, and true father figure in football - the legendary football manager Harry Redknapp. From Spurs, Portsmouth, and Southampton, Harry managed Crouchy across three decades of his career.

The two dive deep into the moments that defined their journeys together: transfers that almost didn’t happen, career-saving confidence boosts, Premier League relegation battles, Champions League highs, and Redknapp's unique man-management style that helped turn raw talent into England internationals.

They share stories of Defoe, Modrić, Bale, Di Canio, and the changing face of football management, from player recruitment to youth development.

It’s a laugh-filled, honest, and nostalgic look at the beautiful game, and a heartfelt tribute to the managers and father figures who shape careers—and lives, thanks to Courvoisier! Please drink responsibly.

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00:00 – Introducing the Courvoisier Father’s Day Special

02:00 – Golf with Tony Pulis

03:07 – Crouch = Basketball Player?

04:23 – Premier League Struggles

08:14 – England Calling

12:04 – Champions League Qualification

14:10 – Sent Off in Madrid

20:26 – Modern Football Rant

25:05 – Academy Disconnect

27:41 – Signing Di Canio

28:20 – The Bournemouth Revolution

32:30 – Signing off

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete and Chris (with Sids still on the beach) dive headfirst into the hilarious and often cringe world of footballers in adverts. From Crouchy’s proudest Pringles moment to the beauty of the Jamie Vardy Thailand ad, nothing is off limits.

The boys reminisce over iconic commercials—from the Carlsberg Sunday League masterpiece to Owen’s iconic Dubai helicopter advert—and question whether footballers should ever really act again.

Crouchy shares tales from the set with Fabregas and Anelka, while the lads dissect Cristiano Ronaldo’s truly bewildering Shopee ad and discuss the genius of Burger King's Stevenage FIFA hack.

We also hear from listeners: should clubs pick players based on acting skills? And what really is the greatest beer of all time? Airport beer? Train beer? Christmas Guinness? The debate gets rowdy, nostalgic, and weirdly emotional.

Chumbawamba 

00:00 – The Glastonbury news incident…

00:02:40 – The saga of “Bugger Me Thrice” continues

00:04:44 – Crouchy introduces the footballers-in-adverts theme

00:05:42 – Carlsberg's legendary Sunday League ad breakdown

00:10:12 – Crouchy’s FIFA Street cover story

00:11:12 – Crouchy’s Pringles ad story w/ Fabregas, Kuyt, & Anelka

00:15:04 – The lads’ marketing brainstorm for the podcast

00:18:17 – That Michale Owen ad breakdown

00:20:30 – Giggs, Evra & Rooney: accidentally hilarious wine advert

00:23:36 – Jamie Vardy’s Thai stadium commercial

00:27:26 – How Beckham changed footballer endorsements forever

00:43:00 – The greatest beer of all time debate gets real

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In this season’s final Friday episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Chris Stark, and a not-so-present Steve Sidwell round off the Prediction League with drama, controversy, and heartfelt reflection.

The episode dives into the emotional rollercoaster of the last day of the Premier League season—from the bizarre to the biblical—as Crouchy opens up about the powerful Eriksen moment at Old Trafford and reflects on his final days as a footballer.

The banter is at its peak as Crouchy faces a dreaded forfeit for finishing bottom of the league. With suggestions ranging from being a Premier League mascot to becoming a shop window mannequin, the podcast leans into full chaos mode.

There's also a touching tribute to Gary Lineker’s final Match of the Day appearance, a cheeky analysis at Wayne Lineker's managerial legacy, and even some poetic thoughts on football retirement.

Plus: Tucker’s 19 becomes an internet cult hero, Inter vs PSG predictions get wild, and the lads debate the weirdest and most humiliating forfeits ever submitted.

And yes—Sidwell might already be on the beach.

Chumbawamba 

00:00 – A heartfelt message to Liverpool following tragic events

01:42 – Sidwell accused of “going to the beach early”

02:19 – Wayne Lineker dubbed “second best club manager”

03:56 – Emotional tribute to Gary Lineker’s Match of the Day exit

07:03 – Crouchy suggests live final-day coverage next season

08:04 – The boldest Liverpool fan stunt at Old Trafford

09:07 – Crouch’s “biblical” moment watching Christian Eriksen

12:00 – Crouch reflects on his own football retirement

14:37 – Prediction League results: who takes the forfeit?

18:06 – Forfeit ideas: from mannequins to mascots

21:14 – Champions League final banter & predictions

35:05 – Listeners’ wildest forfeit suggestions get revealed

38:00 – It’s time to say goodbye…

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It’s the Rodcast baby.

On this very special episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids make a pilgrimage to the stately home of none other than Sir Rod Stewart—rock legend, model train aficionado, and die-hard Celtic fan.

Recorded inside Rod’s private gym and overlooking his personal football pitch, this episode is a goldmine of outrageous stories and charming confessions. From Elton John gifting him a Rembrandt painting, to the infamous drunken Scottish Cup draw, Rod holds nothing back.

He opens up about his lifelong love affair with football, his competitive friendship with Elton, and how his model railway obsession helps him stay grounded (and vocally fit!) while touring the world.

Whether he’s reminiscing about pitch invasions at Wembley, revealing the secrets behind his Vegas shows, or naughty 70's antics, this is Rod Stewart at his most raw and relatable.

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00:00 – The lads arrive at Rod’s house

00:57 – First glimpses into Rod’s estate, football pitch, and gym setup.

02:25 – Rod arrives

05:04 – Rod’s football upbringing, trial at Brentford, and passion for the game.

07:10 – Competitive Christmases with Sir Elton John

11:17 – Rod’s sprint training

12:00 – The iconic drunken Scottish Cup draw explained.

14:11 – His dad turning off England’s World Cup win—Scottish loyalties run deep.

21:11 – Recounting the pitch invasion at Wembley in 1977.

25:50 – Singing in front of the Queen and Prince Philip.

31:13 – Rod’s touring secrets, including building train factories in hotel rooms.

35:24 – How “Maggie May” accidentally became a worldwide hit.

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In this Friday edition of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Chris Stark, Steve Sidwell, and Peter Crouch return from a boozy golf break and jump straight into the chaos of final-day football madness.

From traditional Irish pub singalongs and mysterious ‘dark diary’ golf trips, to Rod Stewart’s house tour, this episode has it all. The lads dish out wild Premier League predictions, reflect on Crystal Palace’s emotional FA Cup win, and debate the fate of Ipswich and Everton.

There’s banner tributes, Sean Dyche's tactical accuracy, and a Crystal Palace moment that brought everyone to tears. Plus, the crew finally settles on the one prediction source to trust… (shoutout to @tucker19) Who will be doing the forfeit?

📺 CHAPTERS

00:00 – That Friday Pod

03:26 – The ‘Rodcast’ Is Coming

06:25 – The Premier League Predictions Table Gets Tense

09:00 – Crystal Palace FA Cup Glory

13:26 – Sean Dyche’s Prophecy Came True

15:37 – Goodbye to Goodison Park

17:38 – Forest v Chelsea: The Missionary Derby

21:45 – tucker19: A Legend is Born

25:53 – Can Ipswich Pull Off a Miracle?

30:28 – Final Bets

33:20 – Wrap-Up

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Pete, Chris, and Sids embrace the upcoming off-season mood and dive headfirst into all things holiday mode.

Crouchy reminisces about intense training sessions in Swiss mountains, awkward dressing room introductions after summer transfers, and the chaos of sneaking out for that cheeky “lads trip” before your partner notices.

Sids reveals the behind-the-scenes stress of holiday planning as a footballer, including dodging club fines, wild weddings in June, and dealing with furious managers missing out on top-ten bonuses.

There’s barbecue chat, dodgy decking drama, “Big Brother” moments via home surveillance, and even a hysterical pitch for the next podcast-branded spirit: Bonfire Spiced Rum.

From backyard grill battles to full-blown football psychology and summer transfers, this episode is your perfect companion for pre-season nostalgia and post-season relief.

Chumbawamba 

00:00 – BBQ Battles Begin

04:00 – Wayne Bridge’s Green Egg Saga

05:00 – Chris vs. House Viewers

10:00 – ‘On the Beach’ Mindset & End-of-Season Slump

13:00 – Did They Deliberately Miss Europe?

18:00 – Lads Trips, Weddings, and the June Chaos

23:00 – Pre-Season Training Camps: Brutal or Bliss?

27:00 – Football’s Mental Toll & Needing to Escape

30:00 – Holiday Interrupted: Crouch’s Liverpool Call

32:00 – Moving Clubs, Nervous Dressing Rooms, and School Flashbacks

36:00 – Bonfire Spiced Rum

40:00 – Two Pucks in Football & The Conclave XI

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the lads go into one of the juiciest debates of the season — if Spurs win the Europa League… have they had a BETTER season than Arsenal?

Pete, Sids and Chris weigh up silverware vs second place, and whether finishing runners-up in the league without a trophy holds a candle to lifting something in Europe — even if it comes with a 17th place finish. The Arsenal-Spurs dynamic is shifting, and the boys aren’t sitting on the fence.

Away from the football, there’s plenty of nonsense… we get stories of seagull muggings in Cornwall, monkeys raiding hotel fridges, and Chris’ recent dolphin safari. Plus, one listener’s mum is not letting him attend Spurs’ potential big night, and the pod receives its first ever official fishmonger application.

To top it all off, there's a very serious warning: never go full ‘Rod’ unless you’re medically cleared.

Chumbawamba 

00:02:00 – Chris’ dolphin safari?! 🐬

00:03:30 – Seagull madness in Cornwall🍦

00:06:05 – Monkeys raiding fridges 🐒

00:07:00 – Pack of dogs chase story in Tuscany 🐕

00:11:00 – Forest owner storms pitch – what really happened? ⚽️

00:13:00 – Chairman emotions and losing control during big games 😤

00:17:35 – Arsenal’s top-two meltdown and Premier League madness 🔥

00:21:00 – “Parading of the Wives” – last home game madness 👩‍👧‍👦

00:24:00 – Listener: Fishmonger wants to sponsor the pod 🐟

00:34:45 – “96 shirt instead of 69” and the upside-down debate 🔄

00:37:00 – Listener asks for permission to watch Spurs glory live 📺

00:40:00 – “Never go full Rod” – finger-breaking story 🤕

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On this week’s episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, Crouchy, Chris, and Sids kick back with a glass of cognac as they dive into some of your listener messages.

From awkward handshakes and cultural greeting rituals to the ultimate pub chat: could a relegation playoff transform the Premier League? The lads unpack a genius listener suggestion for turning end-of-season misery into box office gold.

They also spotlight a football league where weight loss adds goals, discuss the tragicomic reality of football freestyle stars not making it pro, and weigh in on Arsenal’s growing rep for “Spursiness.” There’s a heartfelt moment too, as a listener shares how Chris’s cancer story helped during his own diagnosis—reminding everyone to check their balls.

With a powerful mix of humour, nostalgia, and top-tier pub debate, this is a classic “messages” episode—and maybe the start of a Premier League revolution.

Chumbawamba 

00:00 – Cognac-fuelled kickoff

00:04:34 – Meeting Harry Redknapp & the evolution of the handshake

00:10:27 – Listener Jack invents relegation playoffs

00:14:16 – “Walk past a mirror of shame” – brutal ideas for playoff losers

00:22:18 – Weight loss football leagues: genius motivation and brilliant team names

00:25:00 – “Ballers” vs real footballers: the truth behind freestyle stars not making it pro

00:29:10 – Peter and Sids’ unplayable 5-a-side legends

00:32:35 – Joe Taylor: the non-league striker outscoring Haaland

00:35:56 – Are Arsenal more Spursy than Spurs?

00:39:00 – The All or Nothing curse: how documentaries changed Arsenal's rep

00:40:13 – Listener’s cancer diagnosis inspired by Chris Stark’s story

00:51:00 – The Sandwich XI

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