The Big Man Up Top

In this episode of The Big Man Up Top, the hosts dive into the best 'bundled' goals of the weekend, reflect on Liverpool’s disappointing performance against Nottingham Forest, and the recurring issues at Everton. They touch on Manchester United’s away win against Southampton and the unique occurrence of Arsenal being likened to Tony Pulis' Stoke.

We also hear a heartfelt guest segment with superfan Morgan Nock, who shares his unique journey of following Livingston FC from the West Midlands and discuss what it really means to be a fan.

(00:09:13) - Trivia
(00:11:07) - Discussion
(00:13:12) - Presenter inserts
(00:28:03) - Trivia
(00:30:14) - Correspondence

In this episode, Ed and Joe dive into a lively discussion about the international break, analyzing key matches like Portugal vs. Scotland and highlighting standout performances from players like Cristiano Ronaldo and Angus Gunn. They also touch on the fate of Barrow's goalkeeper decisions, the resurgence of old-school Premier League managers, and predict the next generation of 'break glass for emergency' managers.

Our guest this week is Warren Evans, CEO of Sports Chaplaincy UK, who provides insights into the role of chaplains in football, exploring how footballers should be viewed through the lens of compassion rather than celebrity. You can find out more about what they do at sportschaplaincy.org.uk

Also, check out Luke Sharp’s Instagram page, @Lukersharp for the details of his fundraiser!

(00:09:44) - Meeting Football Idols
(00:13:19) - Interview with Warren Evans
(00:23:09) - Footballers as Celebrities
(00:28:22) - Trivia 2
(00:31:05) - Mailbag

In this episode of 'The Big Man Up Top,' Ed and Joe discuss Liverpool's triumphant weekend and Manchester United's struggles, along with Everton's dramatic collapse against Bournemouth. The pair also examine the importance of set-piece coaches and debate their significance in the modern game.

Ed interviews American journalist Larry Henry about the relationship between football criticism and faith, exploring how to balance truthful reporting while focusing on building people up, leading onto a further discussion by our hosts.

(00:07:54) - Trivia
(00:09:49) - Critics
(00:11:29) - Interview with Larry Henry
(00:21:04) - The Big Discussion
(00:28:21) - Trivia 2

Join Ed and Joe in this episode of 'The Big Man Up Top' as they navigate through a lively discussion about recent weekend football highlights. The duo reminisces about the legacy of former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson and touch on the growing media attention around Wrexham, compared to Stockport County.

Inspired by the second half of their interview with John Bostock, there's an insightful conversation about social media's impact on mental health and building faith communities online. Don't miss the blend of humor, football insights, and faith-based reflections!

(00:09:06) - Trivia!
(00:11:02) - Talking about Social Media
(00:12:27) - Interview

In this episode of 'The Big Man Up Top' podcast, hosts Joe and Ed revel in the return of football, particularly the Premier League. They discuss the season's uninspired start, comedy defense moments, whether the league's new managers actually look like managers, and predictions for an upcoming game.

The highlight is a profound two-part interview with footballer John Bostock, previously of Crystal Palace, Spurs and Notts County, covering his recent move to Solihull Moors, balancing career and faith, and the human side of player transfers. John shares his thoughts on hope, faith in Jesus, and how it shapes his identity and performance on the pitch.

In the debut episode of 'The Big Man Up Top' podcast, hosts Ed and Joe introduce themselves as passionate football fans who are also Christians, aiming to explore how their faith intersects with their love for the sport. They discuss their teams, Stoke and Liverpool, share their thoughts on recent football events like the Community Shield and Preston's managerial change, and delve into deeper topics like hope, both in football and life.

The guest this week is Luke Sharp of !Audacious Church, who goes more in depth about having hope for the season and also for life in general.

Welcome to "The Big Man Up Top," where football and faith come together.

Join us as we dive into the latest football action and chat about how our faith impacts our lives as football fans. Tune in each week to hear light-hearted debates, football trivia, and fun takes on the latest football news and matches.

We hear from people in and around the game about how their faith has influenced their football journeys and changed their lives.

"The Big Man Up Top"—where football meets faith. Listen now on UCB Player or wherever you get your podcasts, brought to you by UCB.